Advice #1: Don't hang up on debt collectors if its a wrong number.
I know that sounds stupid. Let me explain. If you hang up on them they'll call back another day. If you wait on the line and tell them to remove your number, by law they have to. Anything you say is being recorded. Tell them to remove your number, and even verify they are removing the right number. Or you can tell them to Cease and Desist. That forces them to never call your number again, period. Now it may take up to 48 hours for the number to be completely removed from the system, so you may get another call. If calls continue after that 48 period, ask to speak with a supervisor. Have them listen to the recording with you on the phone if possible. Then they don't have a choice in the matter if you are correct. I should know, I work for a collection agency. Don't kill me.
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