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Is it likely a large international (German) music store will pursue a debt of $800AUD with international debt collectors?
They have threatened to do so. I don't know if I should buy it. Surely the amount is too small to warrant it? And if they do, what worries should I have? Could it affect my credit rating here in Aus?
4 Answers
- babyboomer1001Lv 74 years ago
It is a matter of policy, not the amount. People and companies sue for any outstanding amount and, yes, it will affect your credit. They don't have to sue you in order to ruin your credit. All they have to do is report your debt to the credit reporting agencies. Suing you is also easy internationally. All it takes is a phone call to a lawyer in Aus. Very likely, their lawyer where they live will have international contacts and will get a referral to an Aus lawyer. Pay your debt. Scr*wing your credit over a small amount would be stupid.
Source(s): Certified Paralegal, with 25+ years' experience. - TavyLv 74 years ago
Yes of course they will. It happens all over the world. They want their money back.
- BillybeanLv 74 years ago
You have used the phrase " I don't know if I should buy it" which would indicate that you have not yet actually bought it, but that you are planning to default on the debt.
You have had their warning. Why should you doubt it. International borders do not exist in the real world and they will obviously have their agencies in Australia.
