Who Called From 818-224-3800?
Short answer: 818-224-3800 is a number used by Cedars Business Services, LLC (Cedars Business Services, LLC), a third-party collection agency based in Calabasas, CA — nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 2053981-dca on file, address of record in calabasas, ca. 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 818-224-3800?
The number 818-224-3800 is used by Cedars Business Services, LLC (nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 2053981-dca on file, address of record in calabasas, ca), a third-party collection agency in Calabasas, CA. For the full company profile — ownership, history, and known aliases — see our complete Cedars Business Services, LLC guide. This page focuses on the calls coming from 818-224-3800 specifically.
About this specific number
- 📞 Number: 818-224-3800 (area code 818, ending in 3800)
- 📍 Line type: Direct-dial — resolves to the 818 area code.
- 🏢 Operator: Cedars Business Services, LLC, a third-party collection agency in Calabasas, CA.
- 🔢 Related lines: Cedars Business Services, LLC is documented using 1 number in our directory, so calls may also come from other digits.
818-224-3800 is a direct-dial number tied to the 818 area code, which is why the call may have appeared "local" on your caller ID even though Cedars Business Services, LLC operates out of Calabasas, CA.
Some carriers display 818-224-3800 under a spoofed or neighboring city name. Do not trust the on-screen label — trust the written validation you request from Cedars Business Services, LLC.
On your caller ID, in voicemails, or in letters, this company can also appear as: Cedars Business Services, LLC, Cedar Financial.
Why Is Cedars Business Services, LLC Calling Me From 818-224-3800?
In our directory, 818-224-3800 is tracked as a nyc department of consumer affairs (predecessor to dcwp) debt-collection license 2053981-dca on file, address of record in calabasas, ca for Cedars Business Services, LLC, which typically collects consumer accounts, retail debt. A call from 818-224-3800 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 Cedars Business Services, LLC to collect on behalf of the original creditor.
- ✅ Cedars Business Services, LLC is now dialing you from 818-224-3800 and possibly other lines to reach a resolution.
Calls from 818-224-3800 often come right after a billing cycle closes. Some people report that 818-224-3800 calls once and hangs up, then tries again from a different Cedars Business Services, LLC line hours later. A single missed call is not proof of a valid debt. When 818-224-3800 shows up on your caller ID, it is worth checking whether the Cedars Business Services, LLC account also appears on your credit report. A phantom call with no tradeline may signal an unvalidated or misrouted debt. Bottom line — make Cedars Business Services, LLC prove the consumer accounts in writing first.
Important: a phone call — even from a real number like 818-224-3800 — does not prove you owe the debt, that the amount is correct, or that Cedars Business Services, LLC can legally collect it. That is exactly why your validation rights matter.
What NOT to Say If You Answer 818-224-3800
Anything you say to Cedars Business Services, LLC can be used to collect. Protect yourself — avoid these common mistakes on the call.
Don't admit the debt is yours
When 818-224-3800 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 Cedars Business Services, LLC.
Don't agree to a payment on the spot
A single payment to Cedars Business Services, LLC — 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 818-224-3800.
Don't give bank or card details
Do not read out your bank account, debit, or credit card number to anyone calling from 818-224-3800. Any legitimate Cedars Business Services, LLC 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 818-224-3800 caller. If it truly is your Cedars Business Services, LLC account, they should already have what they need and must prove it.
What To Do If 818-224-3800 Keeps Calling
Here are concrete next steps for this specific Cedars Business Services, LLC line. Work through them in order — each one strengthens your position before you ever discuss the debt.
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Save 818-224-3800 as a contact labeled "Cedars Business Services, LLC — do not answer" so you can screen future calls with confidence.
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Do not return the call to 818-224-3800 until you have the account details in writing — a call-back can be treated as engagement.
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Ask, in writing, that Cedars Business Services, LLC identify the original creditor behind the 818-224-3800 calls and the date the debt was opened.
Your Rights When Cedars Business Services, LLC Calls From 818-224-3800
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 Cedars Business Services, LLC 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 Cedars Business Services, LLC 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 818-224-3800: 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 Cedars Business Services, LLC 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, Cedars Business Services, LLC generally cannot win a lawsuit — and a payment could dangerously restart that clock.
6. Know the Anti-Harassment Rules
The FDCPA bars Cedars Business Services, LLC 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 818-224-3800
We investigate the specific Cedars Business Services, LLC 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 Cedars Business Services, LLC account, and demand full debt validation.
Dispute & Escalate
Hand-packed disputes go to the bureaus and to Cedars Business Services, LLC. 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.
818-224-3800 — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is calling me from 818-224-3800?
818-224-3800 is a direct-dial line associated with Cedars Business Services, LLC (also seen as Cedars Business Services, LLC), a third-party collection agency headquartered in Calabasas, CA. The number resolves to the 818 area code. If you received a call from 818-224-3800 — often showing the last four digits 3800 on your screen — it is very likely Cedars Business Services, LLC attempting to reach you about a debt they say you owe, most often consumer accounts, retail debt.
Is 818-224-3800 a scam number?
Cedars Business Services, LLC is a real, registered company, and 818-224-3800 is a documented line tied to it. That said, scammers do "spoof" the caller ID of well-known collectors like Cedars Business Services, LLC, 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 818-224-3800?
You are not legally required to answer 818-224-3800 or call Cedars Business Services, LLC 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, Cedars Business Services, LLC must pause collection until it mails you proof of the debt.
Why is Cedars Business Services, LLC calling me about consumer accounts?
A call from 818-224-3800 usually means an original consumer accounts went unpaid and was placed with Cedars Business Services, LLC, 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 Cedars Business Services, LLC from calling 818-224-3800?
Yes. The FDCPA lets you send a written cease-and-desist demand telling Cedars Business Services, LLC to stop contacting you by phone. They can still report to the bureaus or pursue other legal steps, but the calls from 818-224-3800 and any related lines must stop. This is a useful way to end harassment while you build your dispute.
Should I pay the debt Cedars Business Services, LLC is calling about?
Do not pay anything based on a call from 818-224-3800 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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