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Report: Many Individuals ‘Overpaying’ for Their Car Loans

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Figuring out the interest rate on auto loans is a blurry process that may take factors other than the applicant’s creditworthiness into question and will likely lead to a spike in delinquency and default rates in the coming years as forbearance and deferment programs put in place for the COVID-19 pandemic expire, according to a … The post (..)

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VantageScore Takes Steps to Further Support Consumers Affected By Medical Debt Collections

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in 2013, VantageScore has been the leader in recognizing that medical debts and collections that have been paid off are not predictive of a consumer’s creditworthiness. STAMFORD, Conn., 10, 2022 — Having already eliminated paid medical collection accounts with the introduction of VantageScore 3.0.

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Best Practices for Creating a Business Credit Policy

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Within an accounting department, a credit manager's job is to determine the creditworthiness and credit risk of clients. By setting up clients in this way, along with the implementation of a credit policy, your accounts receivable department can be more successful, cash flow is boosted and the risk of non-paying clients is reduced.

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Judge Dismisses FCRA, FDCPA Case Over ID Theft Claims

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These actions, according to the plaintiff, negatively impacted her creditworthiness, resulting in denials for credit and housing and higher interest rates. Additionally, she claimed that this defendant had accessed her credit file multiple times over several years without her knowledge or consent.

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The Role of a Credit Manager in Your Business

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They are responsible for assessing the creditworthiness of potential clients and managing credit limits to prevent late payments and minimize financial risks. Credit managers can help your business by ensuring the smooth functioning of credit operations. They also play a vital role in collecting accounts receivable and bad debt.

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California Governor Signs Trio of Collection-Related Bills into Law

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The states are following the lead of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which is proceeding with a similar proposal. What they’re saying: Sen.

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AI Transparency Bills Introduced in House by Rep. Waters as House Fin’l Services Committee Preps Tech Hearing

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The big picture: The financial services industry, including banks, credit unions, fintechs, and debt collectors, increasingly relies on AI for various functions, from assessing creditworthiness to customer service automation. With such reliance comes the responsibility to ensure AI is used ethically and transparently.