Who Called From 631-499-5400?
Short answer: 631-499-5400 is a number used by Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh (Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh), a third-party collection agency based in Smithtown, NY — nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 2090534-dca on file, address of record in smithtown, ny. 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 631-499-5400?
The number 631-499-5400 is used by Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh (nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 2090534-dca on file, address of record in smithtown, ny), a third-party collection agency in Smithtown, NY. For the full company profile — ownership, history, and known aliases — see our complete Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh guide. This page focuses on the calls coming from 631-499-5400 specifically.
About this specific number
- 📞 Number: 631-499-5400 (area code 631, ending in 5400)
- 📍 Line type: Direct-dial — resolves to Suffolk County, New York.
- 🏢 Operator: Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh, a third-party collection agency in Smithtown, NY.
- 🔢 Related lines: Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh is documented using 1 number in our directory, so calls may also come from other digits.
631-499-5400 is a direct-dial number tied to Suffolk County, New York, which is why the call may have appeared "local" on your caller ID even though Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh operates out of Smithtown, NY.
Some carriers display 631-499-5400 under a spoofed or neighboring city name. Do not trust the on-screen label — trust the written validation you request from Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh.
On your caller ID, in voicemails, or in letters, this company can also appear as: Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh.
Why Is Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh Calling Me From 631-499-5400?
In our directory, 631-499-5400 is tracked as a nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 2090534-dca on file, address of record in smithtown, ny for Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh, which typically collects consumer accounts, retail debt. A call from 631-499-5400 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 Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh to collect on behalf of the original creditor.
- ✅ Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh is now dialing you from 631-499-5400 and possibly other lines to reach a resolution.
Calls from 631-499-5400 often come right after a billing cycle closes. Some people report that 631-499-5400 calls once and hangs up, then tries again from a different Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh line hours later. A single missed call is not proof of a valid debt. When 631-499-5400 shows up on your caller ID, it is worth checking whether the Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh account also appears on your credit report. A phantom call with no tradeline may signal an unvalidated or misrouted debt. Bottom line — make Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh prove the consumer accounts in writing first.
Important: a phone call — even from a real number like 631-499-5400 — does not prove you owe the debt, that the amount is correct, or that Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh can legally collect it. That is exactly why your validation rights matter.
What NOT to Say If You Answer 631-499-5400
Anything you say to Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh can be used to collect. Protect yourself — avoid these common mistakes on the call.
Don't admit the debt is yours
When 631-499-5400 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 Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh.
Don't agree to a payment on the spot
A single payment to Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh — 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 631-499-5400.
Don't give bank or card details
Do not read out your bank account, debit, or credit card number to anyone calling from 631-499-5400. Any legitimate Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh 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 631-499-5400 caller. If it truly is your Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh account, they should already have what they need and must prove it.
What To Do If 631-499-5400 Keeps Calling
Here are concrete next steps for this specific Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh line. Work through them in order — each one strengthens your position before you ever discuss the debt.
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Save 631-499-5400 as a contact labeled "Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh — do not answer" so you can screen future calls with confidence.
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Do not return the call to 631-499-5400 until you have the account details in writing — a call-back can be treated as engagement.
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Ask, in writing, that Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh identify the original creditor behind the 631-499-5400 calls and the date the debt was opened.
Your Rights When Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh Calls From 631-499-5400
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 Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh 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 Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh 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 631-499-5400: 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 Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh 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, Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh generally cannot win a lawsuit — and a payment could dangerously restart that clock.
6. Know the Anti-Harassment Rules
The FDCPA bars Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh 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 631-499-5400
We investigate the specific Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh 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 Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh account, and demand full debt validation.
Dispute & Escalate
Hand-packed disputes go to the bureaus and to Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh. 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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631-499-5400 — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is calling me from 631-499-5400?
631-499-5400 is a direct-dial line associated with Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh (also seen as Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh), a third-party collection agency headquartered in Smithtown, NY. The number resolves to Suffolk County, New York. If you received a call from 631-499-5400 — often showing the last four digits 5400 on your screen — it is very likely Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh attempting to reach you about a debt they say you owe, most often consumer accounts, retail debt.
Is 631-499-5400 a scam number?
Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh is a real, registered company, and 631-499-5400 is a documented line tied to it. That said, scammers do "spoof" the caller ID of well-known collectors like Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh, 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 631-499-5400?
You are not legally required to answer 631-499-5400 or call Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh 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, Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh must pause collection until it mails you proof of the debt.
Why is Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh calling me about consumer accounts?
A call from 631-499-5400 usually means an original consumer accounts went unpaid and was placed with Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh, 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 Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh from calling 631-499-5400?
Yes. The FDCPA lets you send a written cease-and-desist demand telling Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh to stop contacting you by phone. They can still report to the bureaus or pursue other legal steps, but the calls from 631-499-5400 and any related lines must stop. This is a useful way to end harassment while you build your dispute.
Should I pay the debt Smith Carroad Levy Wan & Parikh is calling about?
Do not pay anything based on a call from 631-499-5400 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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