How to stop debt relief mail
The pesky debt relief mail! Here are some steps to help you stop receiving debt relief mail:
- National Do Not Mail List: Register your name and address on the National Do Not Mail List, a free service provided by the Direct Marketing Association (DMA). This will not guarantee that you won't receive any debt relief mail, but it will reduce the amount of unsolicited mail you receive.
- Contact the sender: Look for the company's contact information on the mail piece and call or email them to request that they remove your name from their mailing list. Be prepared to provide your name and address to verify your request.
- Opt-out online: Some companies offer online opt-out options. Look for a website or email address listed on the mail piece and follow the instructions to opt-out.
- File a complaint: If you're receiving mail from a company that's violating the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Telemarketing Sales Rule or the Controlling the Assault of Non-Solicited Pornography and Marketing (CAN-SPAM) Act, you can file a complaint with the FTC.
- Use a mail-blocking service: Services like 41pounds.co.uk or MailBlocker can help block unwanted mail, including debt relief mail, from reaching your mailbox.
- Check with your local post office: Your local post office may have a "do not forward" list that you can add your name to. This will prevent mail from being forwarded to you if you move.
- Consider a mail filter: Some email providers, like Gmail, offer mail filters that can help block unwanted emails. You can set up filters to automatically send debt relief emails to your spam folder or delete them altogether.
- Report the mail: If you're receiving mail that's harassing or threatening, you can report it to the FTC or your local authorities.
Remember that it may take some time for the mail to stop completely, as companies may have already sent out mail pieces before you requested to be removed from their list.