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Florida/CACH LLC/Personal Loan Debt/How-To Guides/Statute of Limitations on Debt: Complete State Guide
5 Steps · Florida Law

Statute of Limitations on Debt: Complete State Guide

For Florida residents dealing with CACH LLC on personal loan debt

Understand how the statute of limitations on debt works in every state and how to use it as a defense against collectors. This guide applies the steps specifically to Florida's laws and CACH LLC's documented collection practices for personal loan debt accounts. In Florida, the statute of limitations on personal loan debt is 5 years and wage garnishment is limited to Head of household exempt.

5 years

Florida Statute of Limitations

$8,018

Average Personal Loan Debt

Head of household exempt

Garnishment Limit

Known CACH LLC Violations

CACH LLC has a documented record of FDCPA violations. If any of these occur during your Florida collection dispute, document them and file immediately.

  • Mass-filing lawsuits with robo-signed affidavits
  • Collecting on debts with broken chain of title
  • Misrepresenting the current creditor

Statute of Limitations on Debt: Complete State Guide — Step by Step

Steps customized for Florida law, personal loan debt rules, and CACH LLC's collection patterns.

1

Understand what the SOL means

The statute of limitations is the legal deadline for a creditor or collector to file a lawsuit to collect a debt. After this period, the debt is 'time-barred' — they can still contact you, but they cannot win in court if you raise the SOL defense.

2

Find your state's SOL

SOL periods vary by state and debt type: credit card debt ranges from 3 years (MD, NC, NH) to 10 years (RI, WV). Written contracts (personal loans) range from 3 to 15 years (KY). Your state's SOL is listed on the DebtShield state page.

3

Calculate when your clock started

The SOL typically starts on the date of first delinquency — the first missed payment that led to the default. It's NOT the date the account was charged off or sent to collections. Get the exact date from your credit report.

4

Understand what resets the clock

In most states, the SOL can be reset by: making any payment on the debt, making a written promise to pay, entering a new payment agreement, or in some states, even verbally acknowledging the debt. Never pay or acknowledge time-barred debt.

5

Use the SOL defense properly

If you're sued on a time-barred debt, you MUST raise the SOL as an affirmative defense in your Answer. If you don't raise it, the court may award judgment anyway. File your Answer on time and explicitly plead the SOL defense.

Personal Loan Debt Dispute Strategies in Florida

These strategies apply to personal loan debt specifically. Personal loans are unsecured debt governed by the original loan agreement and state law. If in collections, FDCPA applies. Many collection agencies lack original documentation.

  • Demand debt validation under FDCPA
  • Check statute of limitations in your state
  • Verify the amount is correct
  • Negotiate settlement if valid
  • Dispute credit reporting errors under FCRA
Relevant laws: FDCPA (15 USC § 1692), State contract law, State statute of limitations, FCRA

How to Handle CACH LLC Specifically

  • CACH buys charged-off credit card debt — demand the original agreement
  • Robo-signed affidavits may be invalid — challenge in court
  • If sued, demand they produce a witness with personal knowledge of the debt

Florida Debt Collection Laws

Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act governs debt collection in Florida in addition to the federal FDCPA. To file a complaint: AG Consumer Protection.

Key Florida Protections:

  • Head of household wages FULLY exempt from garnishment
  • Unlimited homestead exemption
  • State debt collection act applies to original creditors
Income exempt from garnishment in Florida: Social Security, Wages (if head of household), Workers' comp, Disability, Retirement

Key Tips

'Zombie debt' is time-barred debt sold to collectors who prey on consumers who don't know their rights
Time-barred debt can still appear on credit reports for 7 years from first delinquency
You can still be sued on time-barred debt — you must respond and raise the SOL defense — don't ignore the lawsuit

Frequently Asked Questions — Florida

Can CACH LLC garnish my wages in Florida?

In Florida, wage garnishment is capped at Head of household exempt. The following income is protected: Social Security, Wages (if head of household), Workers' comp, Disability, Retirement. CACH LLC must first obtain a court judgment through proper legal process before any garnishment order can be issued.

What is the statute of limitations on personal loan debt in Florida?

The SOL for personal loan debt in Florida is 5 years. Once expired, CACH LLC cannot win a court judgment even if the debt is real. You must raise the SOL as an affirmative defense in your Answer if sued — never ignore a lawsuit.

What law governs CACH LLC's collection activity in Florida?

Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act applies in Florida alongside the federal FDCPA. Complaints can be filed with AG Consumer Protection. Head of household wages FULLY exempt from garnishment

How do I dispute personal loan debt with CACH LLC?

Send a certified validation letter within 30 days of first contact. Demand the original creditor name and full chain of assignment. CACH LLC must stop all collection activity until they validate. If they fail to validate, file complaints with the CFPB and AG Consumer Protection.

Related Resources

Florida Debt LawsCACH LLC in FloridaPersonal Loan Debt · FloridaCACH LLC ViolationsPersonal Loan Debt GuideAll How-To Guides

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