Who Called From 239-552-3986?
Short answer: 239-552-3986 is a number used by Data Search NY Inc. (Data Search NY Inc.), a third-party collection agency based in Bonita Springs, FL — nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 2106628-dca on file, address of record in bonita springs, fl. They are almost certainly trying to collect a debt, most often consumer accounts. 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 239-552-3986?
The number 239-552-3986 is used by Data Search NY Inc. (nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 2106628-dca on file, address of record in bonita springs, fl), a third-party collection agency in Bonita Springs, FL. For the full company profile — ownership, history, and known aliases — see our complete Data Search NY Inc. guide. This page focuses on the calls coming from 239-552-3986 specifically.
About this specific number
- 📞 Number: 239-552-3986 (area code 239, ending in 3986)
- 📍 Line type: Direct-dial — resolves to the Fort Myers area of Florida.
- 🏢 Operator: Data Search NY Inc., a third-party collection agency in Bonita Springs, FL.
- 🔢 Related lines: Data Search NY Inc. is documented using 1 number in our directory, so calls may also come from other digits.
239-552-3986 is a direct-dial number tied to the Fort Myers area of Florida, which is why the call may have appeared "local" on your caller ID even though Data Search NY Inc. operates out of Bonita Springs, FL.
Some carriers display 239-552-3986 under a spoofed or neighboring city name. Do not trust the on-screen label — trust the written validation you request from Data Search NY Inc..
On your caller ID, in voicemails, or in letters, this company can also appear as: Data Search NY Inc..
Why Is Data Search NY Inc. Calling Me From 239-552-3986?
In our directory, 239-552-3986 is tracked as a nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 2106628-dca on file, address of record in bonita springs, fl for Data Search NY Inc., which typically collects consumer accounts, retail debt. A call from 239-552-3986 usually happens because:
- ✅ An original account (a consumer accounts, for example) went unpaid and was charged off by the creditor.
- ✅ The account was placed with Data Search NY Inc. to collect on behalf of the original creditor.
- ✅ Data Search NY Inc. is now dialing you from 239-552-3986 and possibly other lines to reach a resolution.
Calls from 239-552-3986 often come right after a billing cycle closes. Some people report that 239-552-3986 calls once and hangs up, then tries again from a different Data Search NY Inc. line hours later. A single missed call is not proof of a valid debt. When 239-552-3986 shows up on your caller ID, it is worth checking whether the Data Search NY Inc. account also appears on your credit report. A phantom call with no tradeline may signal an unvalidated or misrouted debt. Bottom line — make Data Search NY Inc. prove the consumer accounts in writing first.
Important: a phone call — even from a real number like 239-552-3986 — does not prove you owe the debt, that the amount is correct, or that Data Search NY Inc. can legally collect it. That is exactly why your validation rights matter.
What NOT to Say If You Answer 239-552-3986
Anything you say to Data Search NY Inc. can be used to collect. Protect yourself — avoid these common mistakes on the call.
Don't admit the debt is yours
When 239-552-3986 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 Data Search NY Inc..
Don't agree to a payment on the spot
A single payment to Data Search NY 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 239-552-3986.
Don't give bank or card details
Do not read out your bank account, debit, or credit card number to anyone calling from 239-552-3986. Any legitimate Data Search NY 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 239-552-3986 caller. If it truly is your Data Search NY Inc. account, they should already have what they need and must prove it.
What To Do If 239-552-3986 Keeps Calling
Here are concrete next steps for this specific Data Search NY Inc. line. Work through them in order — each one strengthens your position before you ever discuss the debt.
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Save 239-552-3986 as a contact labeled "Data Search NY Inc. — do not answer" so you can screen future calls with confidence.
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Do not return the call to 239-552-3986 until you have the account details in writing — a call-back can be treated as engagement.
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Ask, in writing, that Data Search NY Inc. identify the original creditor behind the 239-552-3986 calls and the date the debt was opened.
Your Rights When Data Search NY Inc. Calls From 239-552-3986
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 Data Search NY Inc. 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 Data Search NY 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 239-552-3986: 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 Data Search NY 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, Data Search NY Inc. generally cannot win a lawsuit — and a payment could dangerously restart that clock.
6. Know the Anti-Harassment Rules
The FDCPA bars Data Search NY Inc. 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 239-552-3986
We investigate the specific Data Search NY 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 Data Search NY Inc. account, and demand full debt validation.
Dispute & Escalate
Hand-packed disputes go to the bureaus and to Data Search NY Inc.. When they fail to investigate properly, we escalate to the CFPB and, where warranted, attorneys.
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We monitor the outcome and coach you on rebuilding once inaccurate items are addressed. Results vary by profile.
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239-552-3986 — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is calling me from 239-552-3986?
239-552-3986 is a direct-dial line associated with Data Search NY Inc. (also seen as Data Search NY Inc.), a third-party collection agency headquartered in Bonita Springs, FL. The number resolves to the Fort Myers area of Florida. If you received a call from 239-552-3986 — often showing the last four digits 3986 on your screen — it is very likely Data Search NY Inc. attempting to reach you about a debt they say you owe, most often consumer accounts, retail debt.
Is 239-552-3986 a scam number?
Data Search NY Inc. is a real, registered company, and 239-552-3986 is a documented line tied to it. That said, scammers do "spoof" the caller ID of well-known collectors like Data Search NY Inc., 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 239-552-3986?
You are not legally required to answer 239-552-3986 or call Data Search NY 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, Data Search NY Inc. must pause collection until it mails you proof of the debt.
Why is Data Search NY Inc. calling me about consumer accounts?
A call from 239-552-3986 usually means an original consumer accounts went unpaid and was placed with Data Search NY 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 Data Search NY Inc. from calling 239-552-3986?
Yes. The FDCPA lets you send a written cease-and-desist demand telling Data Search NY Inc. to stop contacting you by phone. They can still report to the bureaus or pursue other legal steps, but the calls from 239-552-3986 and any related lines must stop. This is a useful way to end harassment while you build your dispute.
Should I pay the debt Data Search NY Inc. is calling about?
Do not pay anything based on a call from 239-552-3986 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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