How long will it take a $10k investment to grow to $25k?

They are correct - legally, you still owe the debt. The question is - is it yours and if so, do you feel morally obligated to pay it? If you do not feel morally obligated to pay the debt, write the collection agency a letter telling them that you are exercising your rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act to have them cease all further contact with you.

Send it signature required/return receipt requested. You should be able to find templates for this letter on the web.

The debt is off your credit report, and the statue of limitations prevents them from taking any legal action to collect the debt. Follow the advice of the prior writer about sending them a letter certified mail / return receipt requested telling them to cease and desist harassing you.

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