Who Called From 713-789-5893?
Short answer: 713-789-5893 is a number used by Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. (Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc.), a third-party collection agency based in Houston, TX — nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 2004808-dca on file, address of record in houston, tx. 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 713-789-5893?
The number 713-789-5893 is used by Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. (nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 2004808-dca on file, address of record in houston, tx), a third-party collection agency in Houston, TX. For the full company profile — ownership, history, and known aliases — see our complete Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. guide. This page focuses on the calls coming from 713-789-5893 specifically.
About this specific number
- 📞 Number: 713-789-5893 (area code 713, ending in 5893)
- 📍 Line type: Direct-dial — resolves to Houston, Texas.
- 🏢 Operator: Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc., a third-party collection agency in Houston, TX.
- 🔢 Related lines: Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. is documented using 1 number in our directory, so calls may also come from other digits.
713-789-5893 is a direct-dial number tied to Houston, Texas, which is why the call may have appeared "local" on your caller ID even though Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. operates out of Houston, TX.
Some carriers display 713-789-5893 under a spoofed or neighboring city name. Do not trust the on-screen label — trust the written validation you request from Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc..
On your caller ID, in voicemails, or in letters, this company can also appear as: Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc., Greenberg, Grant & Richard's.
Why Is Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. Calling Me From 713-789-5893?
In our directory, 713-789-5893 is tracked as a nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 2004808-dca on file, address of record in houston, tx for Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc., which typically collects consumer accounts, retail debt. A call from 713-789-5893 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 Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. to collect on behalf of the original creditor.
- ✅ Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. is now dialing you from 713-789-5893 and possibly other lines to reach a resolution.
Calls from 713-789-5893 often come right after a billing cycle closes. Some people report that 713-789-5893 calls once and hangs up, then tries again from a different Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. line hours later. A single missed call is not proof of a valid debt. When 713-789-5893 shows up on your caller ID, it is worth checking whether the Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. account also appears on your credit report. A phantom call with no tradeline may signal an unvalidated or misrouted debt. Bottom line — make Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. prove the consumer accounts in writing first.
Important: a phone call — even from a real number like 713-789-5893 — does not prove you owe the debt, that the amount is correct, or that Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. can legally collect it. That is exactly why your validation rights matter.
What NOT to Say If You Answer 713-789-5893
Anything you say to Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. can be used to collect. Protect yourself — avoid these common mistakes on the call.
Don't admit the debt is yours
When 713-789-5893 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 Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc..
Don't agree to a payment on the spot
A single payment to Greenberg, Grant & Richards, 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 713-789-5893.
Don't give bank or card details
Do not read out your bank account, debit, or credit card number to anyone calling from 713-789-5893. Any legitimate Greenberg, Grant & Richards, 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 713-789-5893 caller. If it truly is your Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. account, they should already have what they need and must prove it.
What To Do If 713-789-5893 Keeps Calling
Here are concrete next steps for this specific Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. line. Work through them in order — each one strengthens your position before you ever discuss the debt.
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Save 713-789-5893 as a contact labeled "Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. — do not answer" so you can screen future calls with confidence.
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Do not return the call to 713-789-5893 until you have the account details in writing — a call-back can be treated as engagement.
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Ask, in writing, that Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. identify the original creditor behind the 713-789-5893 calls and the date the debt was opened.
Your Rights When Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. Calls From 713-789-5893
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 Greenberg, Grant & Richards, 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 Greenberg, Grant & Richards, 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 713-789-5893: 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 Greenberg, Grant & Richards, 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, Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. generally cannot win a lawsuit — and a payment could dangerously restart that clock.
6. Know the Anti-Harassment Rules
The FDCPA bars Greenberg, Grant & Richards, 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 713-789-5893
We investigate the specific Greenberg, Grant & Richards, 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 Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. account, and demand full debt validation.
Dispute & Escalate
Hand-packed disputes go to the bureaus and to Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc.. When they fail to investigate properly, we escalate to the CFPB and, where warranted, attorneys.
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713-789-5893 — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is calling me from 713-789-5893?
713-789-5893 is a direct-dial line associated with Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. (also seen as Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc.), a third-party collection agency headquartered in Houston, TX. The number resolves to Houston, Texas. If you received a call from 713-789-5893 — often showing the last four digits 5893 on your screen — it is very likely Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. attempting to reach you about a debt they say you owe, most often consumer accounts, retail debt.
Is 713-789-5893 a scam number?
Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. is a real, registered company, and 713-789-5893 is a documented line tied to it. That said, scammers do "spoof" the caller ID of well-known collectors like Greenberg, Grant & Richards, 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 713-789-5893?
You are not legally required to answer 713-789-5893 or call Greenberg, Grant & Richards, 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, Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. must pause collection until it mails you proof of the debt.
Why is Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. calling me about consumer accounts?
A call from 713-789-5893 usually means an original consumer accounts went unpaid and was placed with Greenberg, Grant & Richards, 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 Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. from calling 713-789-5893?
Yes. The FDCPA lets you send a written cease-and-desist demand telling Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. to stop contacting you by phone. They can still report to the bureaus or pursue other legal steps, but the calls from 713-789-5893 and any related lines must stop. This is a useful way to end harassment while you build your dispute.
Should I pay the debt Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. is calling about?
Do not pay anything based on a call from 713-789-5893 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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