Who Called From 201-767-5300?
Short answer: 201-767-5300 is a number used by Account Control Systems, Inc (Account Control Systems), a third-party collection agency based in Montvale, NJ — telephone of record on florida consumer-collection-agency registration cca0900798 (northvale, nj). They are almost certainly trying to collect a debt, most often credit card debt. You are not required to answer or say anything — and you have the right to demand written proof before you pay a cent.
Whose Number Is 201-767-5300?
The number 201-767-5300 is used by Account Control Systems, Inc (telephone of record on florida consumer-collection-agency registration cca0900798 (northvale, nj)), a third-party collection agency in Montvale, NJ. For the full company profile — ownership, history, and known aliases — see our complete Account Control Systems, Inc guide. This page focuses on the calls coming from 201-767-5300 specifically.
About this specific number
- 📞 Number: 201-767-5300 (area code 201, ending in 5300)
- 📍 Line type: Direct-dial — resolves to the 201 area code.
- 🏢 Operator: Account Control Systems, Inc, a third-party collection agency in Montvale, NJ.
- 🔢 Related lines: Account Control Systems, Inc is documented using 1 number in our directory, so calls may also come from other digits.
201-767-5300 is a direct-dial number tied to the 201 area code, which is why the call may have appeared "local" on your caller ID even though Account Control Systems, Inc operates out of Montvale, NJ.
Some carriers display 201-767-5300 under a spoofed or neighboring city name. Do not trust the on-screen label — trust the written validation you request from Account Control Systems, Inc.
On your caller ID, in voicemails, or in letters, this company can also appear as: Account Control Systems, ACS.
Why Is Account Control Systems Calling Me From 201-767-5300?
In our directory, 201-767-5300 is tracked as a telephone of record on florida consumer-collection-agency registration cca0900798 (northvale, nj) for Account Control Systems, Inc, which typically collects credit card debt, consumer credit accounts, retail and installment accounts. A call from 201-767-5300 usually happens because:
- ✅ An original account (a credit card debt, for example) went unpaid and was charged off by the creditor.
- ✅ The account was placed with Account Control Systems, Inc to collect on behalf of the original creditor.
- ✅ Account Control Systems, Inc is now dialing you from 201-767-5300 and possibly other lines to reach a resolution.
Calls from 201-767-5300 often come right after a billing cycle closes. Some people report that 201-767-5300 calls once and hangs up, then tries again from a different Account Control Systems, Inc line hours later. A single missed call is not proof of a valid debt. When 201-767-5300 shows up on your caller ID, it is worth checking whether the Account Control Systems, Inc account also appears on your credit report. A phantom call with no tradeline may signal an unvalidated or misrouted debt. Bottom line — make Account Control Systems, Inc prove the credit card debt in writing first.
Important: a phone call — even from a real number like 201-767-5300 — does not prove you owe the debt, that the amount is correct, or that Account Control Systems, Inc can legally collect it. That is exactly why your validation rights matter.
What NOT to Say If You Answer 201-767-5300
Anything you say to Account Control Systems can be used to collect. Protect yourself — avoid these common mistakes on the call.
Don't admit the debt is yours
When 201-767-5300 calls, saying "yes, that's mine" or apologizing can be treated as acknowledging the debt — which may reset the statute of limitations. Neither confirm nor deny until you've seen written validation from Account Control Systems, Inc.
Don't agree to a payment on the spot
A single payment to Account Control Systems, Inc — even a small "good-faith" one — can restart the clock on an old debt and make it collectable again. Never authorize a payment over a call from 201-767-5300.
Don't give bank or card details
Do not read out your bank account, debit, or credit card number to anyone calling from 201-767-5300. Any legitimate Account Control Systems, Inc resolution can be handled in writing after validation.
Don't confirm personal information
Avoid confirming your SSN, date of birth, employer, or address to the 201-767-5300 caller. If it truly is your Account Control Systems, Inc account, they should already have what they need and must prove it.
What To Do If 201-767-5300 Keeps Calling
Here are concrete next steps for this specific Account Control Systems, Inc line. Work through them in order — each one strengthens your position before you ever discuss the debt.
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Save 201-767-5300 as a contact labeled "Account Control Systems, Inc — do not answer" so you can screen future calls with confidence.
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Do not return the call to 201-767-5300 until you have the account details in writing — a call-back can be treated as engagement.
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Ask, in writing, that Account Control Systems, Inc identify the original creditor behind the 201-767-5300 calls and the date the debt was opened.
Your Rights When Account Control Systems Calls From 201-767-5300
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) give you real leverage. Here is the debt-validation playbook we use at Crowned Credit.
1. Demand Debt Validation (FDCPA §809)
Within 30 days of first contact, send Account Control Systems a written debt-validation letter. They must prove the debt is yours, the amount is right, and they have the legal authority to collect — or stop collecting.
2. Dispute With the Bureaus (FCRA §611)
If Account Control Systems, Inc reported a tradeline, dispute it with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. They have 30 days to investigate; unverifiable items must be corrected or deleted.
3. Log the Calls
Write down every call from 201-767-5300: date, time, and what was said. Repeated calls, calls at odd hours, or threats can be FDCPA violations — and leverage for you.
4. Send a Cease-and-Desist
You can demand in writing that Account Control Systems, Inc stop calling you entirely. The calls must stop, even though they may still report or pursue other legal steps.
5. Check the Statute of Limitations
Every state limits how long a collector can sue on a debt. If the debt is time-barred, Account Control Systems generally cannot win a lawsuit — and a payment could dangerously restart that clock.
6. Know the Anti-Harassment Rules
The FDCPA bars Account Control Systems from calling before 8am or after 9pm, threatening you, or lying about the debt. Each violation may entitle you to statutory damages.
How Crowned Credit Helps With Calls From 201-767-5300
We investigate the specific Account Control Systems, Inc account behind the calls, assert every applicable right, and work it with all three bureaus and the collector directly — no cookie-cutter form letters.
Review & Validate
We pull all three bureau reports, find every error tied to the Account Control Systems account, and demand full debt validation.
Dispute & Escalate
Hand-packed disputes go to the bureaus and to Account Control Systems, Inc. When they fail to investigate properly, we escalate to the CFPB and, where warranted, attorneys.
Track & Build
We monitor the outcome and coach you on rebuilding once inaccurate items are addressed. Results vary by profile.
Or call us directly at 336-310-0090. Results vary based on your individual credit profile.
201-767-5300 — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is calling me from 201-767-5300?
201-767-5300 is a direct-dial line associated with Account Control Systems, Inc (also seen as Account Control Systems), a third-party collection agency headquartered in Montvale, NJ. The number resolves to the 201 area code. If you received a call from 201-767-5300 — often showing the last four digits 5300 on your screen — it is very likely Account Control Systems, Inc attempting to reach you about a debt they say you owe, most often credit card debt, consumer credit accounts, retail and installment accounts.
Is 201-767-5300 a scam number?
Account Control Systems, Inc is a real, registered company, and 201-767-5300 is a documented line tied to it. That said, scammers do "spoof" the caller ID of well-known collectors like Account Control Systems, so the number showing on your screen is not proof of anything. Never give payment or personal information based on a phone call alone. Ask for the caller's name, company, and a written validation notice before you discuss any debt.
Do I have to answer or call back 201-767-5300?
You are not legally required to answer 201-767-5300 or call Account Control Systems, Inc back. In fact, it is usually smarter to say nothing on the phone and instead demand everything in writing. Under the FDCPA, once you send a written debt-validation request, Account Control Systems, Inc must pause collection until it mails you proof of the debt.
Why is Account Control Systems, Inc calling me about credit card debt?
A call from 201-767-5300 usually means an original credit card debt went unpaid and was placed with Account Control Systems, Inc, which dials this line to collect on the original creditor's behalf. The account may have aged or changed hands more than once, so demand the full paper trail before you accept the balance as accurate.
Can I stop Account Control Systems, Inc from calling 201-767-5300?
Yes. The FDCPA lets you send a written cease-and-desist demand telling Account Control Systems, Inc to stop contacting you by phone. They can still report to the bureaus or pursue other legal steps, but the calls from 201-767-5300 and any related lines must stop. This is a useful way to end harassment while you build your dispute.
Should I pay the debt Account Control Systems, Inc is calling about?
Do not pay anything based on a call from 201-767-5300 until the debt is validated. Once you confirm the debt is yours, accurate, and still within your state's statute of limitations, you can consider a written pay-for-delete arrangement. Paying an unverified or time-barred debt can restart the clock and lock in a negative mark. Get a free assessment first.
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