Second Round Sub Student Loan Debt in Honolulu, HI

Second Round Sub is collecting student loan debt in Honolulu. Average: $37,338. Hawaii SOL: 6 years. Garnishment: 5% of first $100 + 10% of next $100 + 20% of remainder.

Known Second Round Sub Violations

  • Collecting debts they cannot substantiate
  • Failing to cease collection after dispute
  • Inaccurate credit bureau reporting

Dispute Strategies

  • Apply for income-driven repayment (federal)
  • Check eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  • Dispute private loan terms under state contract law
  • Challenge servicer errors via CFPB complaint
  • Verify correct loan balance and payment history

Tips

  • Second Round buys deeply discounted debt — negotiate aggressively
  • Demand full validation including original creditor statements
  • They often settle for 10-20% of face value
  • Federal loans have no statute of limitations
  • Private loans have state SOL (typically 3-10 years)
  • Servicer errors are extremely common — audit your balance