My question involves collection proceedings in the State of: Washington
Debt from 2004 of $453 principle from pell grant plus parking ticket.
Does not show up on any credit report or on student services sites such as FAFSA.
Finally got information on the debt (they spelled my last name incorrectly) from the colleges paper records.
The debt was sold to a collection agency, NCO in 2006. I just contacted them today, and the outstanding balance is currently $1194
This is stopped me from attaining any financial aid, and when I got into contact with NCO they would not budge on the balance, currently accruing .60 per day.
Is it worth trying to fight this? The college wont take it off their records until its reported as paid, and they wont take payment directly because of selling the debt.
Thanks

