Who Called From 281-647-4100?
Short answer: 281-647-4100 is a number used by Universal Fidelity, LP (Universal Fidelity), a third-party collection agency based in Houston, TX — nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 2047529-dca on file, address of record in katy, tx. They are almost certainly trying to collect a debt, most often municipal/government 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 281-647-4100?
The number 281-647-4100 is used by Universal Fidelity, LP (nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 2047529-dca on file, address of record in katy, tx), a third-party collection agency in Houston, TX. For the full company profile — ownership, history, and known aliases — see our complete Universal Fidelity, LP guide. This page focuses on the calls coming from 281-647-4100 specifically.
About this specific number
- 📞 Number: 281-647-4100 (area code 281, ending in 4100)
- 📍 Line type: Direct-dial — resolves to the 281 area code.
- 🏢 Operator: Universal Fidelity, LP, a third-party collection agency in Houston, TX.
- 🔢 Related lines: Universal Fidelity, LP is documented using 1 number in our directory, so calls may also come from other digits.
281-647-4100 is a direct-dial number tied to the 281 area code, which is why the call may have appeared "local" on your caller ID even though Universal Fidelity, LP operates out of Houston, TX.
Some carriers display 281-647-4100 under a spoofed or neighboring city name. Do not trust the on-screen label — trust the written validation you request from Universal Fidelity, LP.
On your caller ID, in voicemails, or in letters, this company can also appear as: Universal Fidelity.
Why Is Universal Fidelity Calling Me From 281-647-4100?
In our directory, 281-647-4100 is tracked as a nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 2047529-dca on file, address of record in katy, tx for Universal Fidelity, LP, which typically collects municipal/government debt, parking ticket debt, consumer accounts. A call from 281-647-4100 usually happens because:
- ✅ An original account (a municipal/government debt, for example) went unpaid and was charged off by the creditor.
- ✅ The account was placed with Universal Fidelity, LP to collect on behalf of the original creditor.
- ✅ Universal Fidelity, LP is now dialing you from 281-647-4100 and possibly other lines to reach a resolution.
Calls from 281-647-4100 often come right after a billing cycle closes. Some people report that 281-647-4100 calls once and hangs up, then tries again from a different Universal Fidelity, LP line hours later. A single missed call is not proof of a valid debt. When 281-647-4100 shows up on your caller ID, it is worth checking whether the Universal Fidelity, LP account also appears on your credit report. A phantom call with no tradeline may signal an unvalidated or misrouted debt. Bottom line — make Universal Fidelity, LP prove the municipal/government debt in writing first.
Important: a phone call — even from a real number like 281-647-4100 — does not prove you owe the debt, that the amount is correct, or that Universal Fidelity, LP can legally collect it. That is exactly why your validation rights matter.
What NOT to Say If You Answer 281-647-4100
Anything you say to Universal Fidelity can be used to collect. Protect yourself — avoid these common mistakes on the call.
Don't admit the debt is yours
When 281-647-4100 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 Universal Fidelity, LP.
Don't agree to a payment on the spot
A single payment to Universal Fidelity, LP — 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 281-647-4100.
Don't give bank or card details
Do not read out your bank account, debit, or credit card number to anyone calling from 281-647-4100. Any legitimate Universal Fidelity, LP 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 281-647-4100 caller. If it truly is your Universal Fidelity, LP account, they should already have what they need and must prove it.
What To Do If 281-647-4100 Keeps Calling
Here are concrete next steps for this specific Universal Fidelity, LP line. Work through them in order — each one strengthens your position before you ever discuss the debt.
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Save 281-647-4100 as a contact labeled "Universal Fidelity, LP — do not answer" so you can screen future calls with confidence.
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Do not return the call to 281-647-4100 until you have the account details in writing — a call-back can be treated as engagement.
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Ask, in writing, that Universal Fidelity, LP identify the original creditor behind the 281-647-4100 calls and the date the debt was opened.
Your Rights When Universal Fidelity Calls From 281-647-4100
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 Universal Fidelity 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 Universal Fidelity, LP 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 281-647-4100: 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 Universal Fidelity, LP 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, Universal Fidelity generally cannot win a lawsuit — and a payment could dangerously restart that clock.
6. Know the Anti-Harassment Rules
The FDCPA bars Universal Fidelity 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 281-647-4100
We investigate the specific Universal Fidelity, LP 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 Universal Fidelity account, and demand full debt validation.
Dispute & Escalate
Hand-packed disputes go to the bureaus and to Universal Fidelity, LP. 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.
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281-647-4100 — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is calling me from 281-647-4100?
281-647-4100 is a direct-dial line associated with Universal Fidelity, LP (also seen as Universal Fidelity), a third-party collection agency headquartered in Houston, TX. The number resolves to the 281 area code. If you received a call from 281-647-4100 — often showing the last four digits 4100 on your screen — it is very likely Universal Fidelity, LP attempting to reach you about a debt they say you owe, most often municipal/government debt, parking ticket debt, consumer accounts.
Is 281-647-4100 a scam number?
Universal Fidelity, LP is a real, registered company, and 281-647-4100 is a documented line tied to it. That said, scammers do "spoof" the caller ID of well-known collectors like Universal Fidelity, 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 281-647-4100?
You are not legally required to answer 281-647-4100 or call Universal Fidelity, LP 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, Universal Fidelity, LP must pause collection until it mails you proof of the debt.
Why is Universal Fidelity, LP calling me about municipal/government debt?
A call from 281-647-4100 usually means an original municipal/government debt went unpaid and was placed with Universal Fidelity, LP, 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 Universal Fidelity, LP from calling 281-647-4100?
Yes. The FDCPA lets you send a written cease-and-desist demand telling Universal Fidelity, LP to stop contacting you by phone. They can still report to the bureaus or pursue other legal steps, but the calls from 281-647-4100 and any related lines must stop. This is a useful way to end harassment while you build your dispute.
Should I pay the debt Universal Fidelity, LP is calling about?
Do not pay anything based on a call from 281-647-4100 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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