Taurus Collect

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Dealing with unpaid debts can be a challenging aspect of financial management both for businesses and individuals. That’s where a debt collections service steps in—a critical intermediary that takes on the task of pursuing delinquent accounts to ensure that owed funds are recovered.

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Debt Free Colorado

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

In this article we will answer the question: What can debt collectors do to you? Does Colorado Law Protect Me From Debt Collectors? When collecting a debt from you, collection agencies must adhere to federal and state rules. What is the Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)?

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Account Recovery

OCTOBER 22, 2024

SoloSuit, a legal tech startup helping consumers resolve debt collection lawsuits, has named Attorney Yale R. Levy, founder of Levy & Associates, LLC, a multi-state collection law firm, and former President of the National Creditors Bar Association (NCBA), brings decades of debt collection expertise to the company.

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Nerd Wallet

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

What is a debt collector? A debt collector is a person, agency or company responsible for collecting money owed, usually on a past-due account. The article What Is a Debt Collector? Lauren Schwahn writes for NerdWallet. Email: lschwahn@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @lauren_schwahn.

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Account Recovery

AUGUST 31, 2021

Debt collectors are conduits — vessels trying to help original creditors recover unpaid debts. Oftentimes, the creditors will make requests or want certain offers included in letters sent to individuals.

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Credit Corp

NOVEMBER 15, 2020

When you’re in debt, getting calls from debt collectors is common. But can debt collectors call on holidays? Although there are no regulations that specifically make calling on holidays illegal, there are regulations that prohibit debt collectors from contacting consumers at unusual or known inconvenient times. .

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Direct Recovery

MAY 4, 2024

One of the most common misunderstandings about the debt collection industry is that many consumers believe that debt collectors can only come after them if they provide a social security number at the time the debt is incurred. Bottom Line: Don’t attempt to weasel your way out of legitimate debts.

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Credit Corp

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

When you’re in debt, getting calls from debt collectors is an unwelcome but common occurrence. But can debt collectors call on holidays? Can Debt Collectors Call on Holidays? Can a Debt Collector Call on Sundays? What Hours Can a Debt Collector Call? In This Piece.

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Debt Free Colorado

JUNE 18, 2024

Know How to Stop Creditor Harassment & Wage Garnishment Debt can be a heavy burden. Quick Summary: Chapter 7 bankruptcy allows individuals to discharge most unsecured debts. Creditor harassment is any aggressive or threatening communication from a debt collector. What is Creditor Harassment?

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Sawin & Shea

MARCH 16, 2021

A new rule will soon allow debt collection messages through social media. It’s expected to impact 1 in 4 adult Americans, or 70 million people , who have at least one bill in collections. The new rule also loosens the restrictions on how often creditors can contact you. Will Creditors Really Contact Me On Social Media?

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Account Recovery

MARCH 19, 2021

A District Court judge in New York has granted a plaintiff’s motion for summary judgment after it sued a debt collector for allegedly violating the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act by sending two collection letters to the plaintiff, determining that the plaintiff must have been correct when he claimed that he did not owe the … The post (..)

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Better Credit Blog

APRIL 4, 2022

If you are like most people, you have dealt with or are currently dealing with debt collectors. I’ve been preaching about the dangers of debt collectors for years and get countless emails from readers who end up in trouble by answering the phone when a debt collector calls. Talk to Credit Saint.

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Sawin & Shea

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Fielding constant phone calls from creditors can be unnerving and stressful – and stress can have a cumulative effect on your physical health as well as your emotional well-being. That’s why it can be especially disheartening if creditors keep calling. Who knows how to get debt collectors to stop calling after bankruptcy?

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Collection Industry News

APRIL 2, 2024

The claim: It is illegal for collection agencies to buy debt and ‘come after you’ if you send a cease-and-desist letter A March 27 Facebook post (direct link, archive link) offers advice for consumers facing debt collection. “It It) happens to probably most debts that go unpaid.”

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Credit Corp

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Whether you have medical debt, credit card debt or unpaid student loans , getting calls or letters from debt collection companies can be frustrating. But it’s especially frustrating if your debt is several years old. Can a debt collector collect after 10 years? Get Help Now.

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Consumer Financial Services Law

OCTOBER 31, 2021

With the CFPB having decided to leave the effective date of the Debt Collection Rule as November 30 th , the push is on for debt collectors to ensure their compliance with the Rule by that date. Referral of the Account. As we all know by now, the Rule introduces as a new concept the “itemization date.” Section 1006.34(b)

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Credit Corp

AUGUST 31, 2021

Getting calls from debt collectors can be frustrating and even confusing. That’s even truer when someone is contacting you about an old debt you forgot about, thought was long resolved, or didn’t know about in the first place. Can a debt collector collect after 10 years, for example?

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Nerd Wallet

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Working with third-party debt collectors can be confusing and scary. adults with debt in collections, knowing their legal rights is crucial. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act covers third-party debt collectors — those who buy a delinquent debt from an original creditor, like a credit card company.

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Account Recovery

OCTOBER 7, 2024

WHAT THIS MEANS, FROM JUSTIN PENN OF HINSHAW CULBERTSON: Too often the ARM industry finds itself defending federal litigation that arises out of unsuccessful state court collection lawsuits, and this case is helpful in at least two ways. First, it supports the notion that not all failed collection litigation should result in an FDCPA claim.

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American Profit Recovery

OCTOBER 20, 2022

As the end of the year approaches, a question that many creditors grapple with is, “ Should I assign slow-pay/delinquent customers to collections around the holidays ?” There are many reasons why it benefits a business, as well as its customers, to have past-due accounts placed in collections during the holiday season.

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Sawin & Shea

JUNE 9, 2021

Whether you have missed a single payment somewhere along the line or are delinquent on several payments, the last thing you want is to be harassed by debt collectors. You may feel as if no one is on your side, but you do have some protection from collection agencies. There are approximately 7,000 collection agencies in the U.S.

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Taurus Collect

MARCH 5, 2024

Ignoring debt collectors may seem like a temporary solution to financial woes, but it often leads to more severe repercussions down the line. Engaging with a debt collections service is a crucial step towards managing and settling outstanding debts.

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Burt and Associates

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) is a cornerstone of consumer protection laws in the United States. It ensures that debt collectors adhere to specific ethical and legal standards when pursuing debts. Accurate Representation Debt collectors must be truthful about the nature of the debt.

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Burt and Associates

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) is a cornerstone of consumer protection laws in the United States. It ensures that debt collectors adhere to specific ethical and legal standards when pursuing debts. Accurate Representation Debt collectors must be truthful about the nature of the debt.

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Taurus Collect

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

A debt collector might sound like a character from a Charles Dickens novel, but if you’ve been contacted by one, you know they’re very much a reality of modern financial life. So, what exactly is a debt collector? What Is a Debt Collector? Why Are They Contacting Me?

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Taurus Collect

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Understanding your rights as a consumer is crucial when dealing with debt collectors. Unfortunately, many UK consumers are unaware of their legal protections and end up feeling intimidated or helpless when faced with aggressive debt collection tactics. Legitimate collectors should readily provide this information.

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Taurus Collect

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Debt collection often carries a negative connotation, but it doesn’t have to be that way. The art of ethical debt collection focuses on understanding the situation of those who owe money while still balancing the needs of the business.

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Account Recovery

OCTOBER 4, 2024

A collector is being sued in Missouri federal court for allegedly violating the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act because it failed to identify itself as a collector in a text message sent to the plaintiff and failed to send a validation notice, among other claims. It will be interesting to see how it proceeds.

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Albuquerque Law

MAY 18, 2020

However, one question remains: who is calling to collect the debt? Is it a creditor or a debt collection agency? Many New Mexicans might believe that creditors and debt collectors are essentially the same. After all, they both look to collect debts. How are they different?

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Credit Corp

JUNE 3, 2021

Can debt collectors take money from your bank account to offset debts you owe them? But it takes a lot to get to that scenario, so if you’re not there yet you still have time to learn how to protect yourself from this type of collections activity. How to Open a Bank Account That No Creditor Can Touch.

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Collection Industry News

APRIL 25, 2023

A debt doesn’t generally expire or disappear until its paid, but in many states, there may be a time limit on how long creditors or debt collectors can use legal action to collect a debt. Some debts, though, such as federal student loans don’t have a statute of limitations.

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American Profit Recovery

JUNE 15, 2021

As the light the end of the metaphorical-pandemic tunnel gets brighter, creditors may be questioning whether sending consumers to collections is appropriate. Our message to creditors is simple. Absolutely send those consumers to collections. Because it is not a punishment to do so.

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Taurus Collect

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Experiencing a constant barrage of calls from debt collectors can be overwhelming, to say the least. Many wonder, “How many times can a debt collector call me in one day?” In this post, we will explore the rights and regulations governing debt collection in the UK. or after 9 p.m.,

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Sawin & Shea

JUNE 25, 2020

After you file for bankruptcy, it is illegal for your creditors to continue contacting you and asking for payments. If a creditor breaks the law, you can contact a lawyer to pursue a case against them. Here is a closer look at how you can take action against creditor harassment. Finally, you can have some peace!

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PDC Flow

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Collectors across the country have prepared as best they can and are now beginning to implement new compliance policies and procedures. But what about creditors? All creditor clients that use a third party agency should know about Regulation F. Regulation F is now a reality. Implied vs Express Consent. Implied Consent .

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American Profit Recovery

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Concerned about the damage assertive collection activity may cause that business, many invoice month after month hoping the invoice will be paid soon. If this is happening to your organization, you are only accumulating more debt, which is certain to have a negative impact on your operations.

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Credit Corp

JUNE 1, 2023

Your credit score may improve if your collection debt is reported to a new credit scoring model—FICO 9®, FICO 10®, VantageScore 3.0® Most creditors still report to old scoring models, so it’s unlikely paying off the debt will improve your credit score. In This Piece: What Is Collections Debt?

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