AFNI Inc Utility Debt in Port St. Lucie, FL

AFNI Inc is collecting utility debt in Port St. Lucie. Average: $800. Florida SOL: 5 years. Garnishment: Head of household exempt.

Known AFNI Inc Violations

  • • Robocalling without consent
  • • Collecting debts already paid to original creditor
  • • Inaccurate reporting of debt amounts

Dispute Strategies

  • • File complaint with state Public Utility Commission
  • • Request billing audit and meter verification
  • • Apply for utility assistance programs (LIHEAP)
  • • Dispute estimated vs actual billing
  • • Challenge reconnection fees if disconnect was improper

Tips

  • • AFNI primarily collects T-Mobile and Sprint debts — get final account statements
  • • Dispute equipment charges if you returned devices with proof
  • • File TCPA lawsuit if they auto-dial your cell — statutory damages of $500-$1,500 per call
  • • Utilities must offer payment plans in most states
  • • Estimated billing can be challenged with actual meter reads
  • • Many states ban winter disconnection for heat