Tue.Oct 10, 2023

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Growing Debt Loads Making it Harder for Consumers to Stay Current

Account Recovery

One-third of all consumers owe at least $250,000 in debt — when factoring in mortgages and auto loans — while half of the population owe less than $250,000, and the remaining 17% are carrying no debt at all, according to a newly released report.

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CFPB Exams Return $140 Million to Consumers Hit by Illegal Junk Fees in Banking, Auto Loans, and Remittances

Consumer Finance

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) released a special edition of its Supervisory Highlights focused on the agency’s efforts to shutdown junk fees.

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Judge Grants MJOP for Defendant in FDCPA Case Over ‘Substantiation’ Letter

Account Recovery

A District Court judge has granted a defendant’s motion for judgment on the pleadings in a Fair Debt Collection Practices Act case, ruling that while the plaintiff lacked standing to sue, the merits of the case warranted the ruling as well and that using a word other than “validation” when responding to a verification request […]

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CFPB Issues Guidance to Halt Large Banks from Charging Illegal Junk Fees for Basic Customer Service

Consumer Finance

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued an advisory opinion regarding a provision enacted by Congress which generally prohibits large banks and credit unions from imposing unreasonable obstacles on customers, such as charging excessive fees, for basic information about their own accounts.

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The Human Side of Finance: The Intersectionality of People, Culture, Adaptability, and Resilience

Speaker: Melissa Hurrington

Finance isn’t just about the numbers. It’s about the people behind them. In a world of constant disruption, resilient finance teams aren’t just operationally efficient. They are adaptable, engaged, and deeply connected to a strong organizational culture. Success lies at the intersection of people, culture, adaptability, and resilience. Finance leaders who master this balance will build teams that thrive through uncertainty and drive long-term business impact.

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Q3 Industry Insights: Preparing for Credit Card Bills, Student Loans and Holiday Spending

True Accord

We’re approaching the end of the year and fall is in the air – along with consumer financial uncertainty. Economic stressors persist and are likely contributing to many consumers relying on credit to cover expenses, while the resumption of student loan payments adds another financial obligation to the mix. For consumers, the conundrum of balancing finances continues as the holiday spending season sneaks up.

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PDCflow Expands ACH Processor Options

PDC Flow

PDCflow now offers an extensive list of ACH processing options for merchants. Through a recent integration enhancement, companies who accept ACH payments through PDCflow have access to more choices than ever before when it comes to ACH processors. Businesses may choose from any of the following check processors for their PDCflow ACH payments: Payliance ACHWorks VeriCheck (VCI) RP Solutions CheckGateway PAYA ACH EFT BOP CrossCheck Teledraft Reliafund Actum Benefits of More ACH Processing Options

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What Is The Insolvency Act 1986?

Hudson Weir

We’ve mentioned it many times before on our blog, but what is the Insolvency Act 1986 exactly? It’s legislation that provides the legal platform for business and individual insolvency matters in the UK. And the Insolvency Act 1986 ‘long title’ is very informative about its contents, consolidating: Enactments relating to company insolvency and winding up (including the winding up of companies that are not insolvent, and of unregistered companies); Enactments relating to the insolvency and bankrup

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Mechanic’s liens and the requirement of an enforceable written contract

Collections Law

A mechanic’s lien is a powerful debt-collection tool for businesses in the construction industry. One of the requirements to file a mechanic’s lien is that you must have a written contract that is enforceable under Massachusetts law. That contract must also relate to the property that you helped to improve by performing services. What constitutes a contract for a mechanic’s lien?

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Connecticut Banking Regulator Reduces Fine Against Defunct Collection Firm

Troutman Sanders

The Connecticut Banking Commissioner (Commissioner), acting through the Consumer Credit Division of the Department of Banking (the Division), conducted an investigation into the Law Offices of David M. Katz, discovering that in 2018 and 2019 the firm had engaged in in unlicensed collection activity involving about 10,000 Connecticut accounts with a total balance of $1.4 million.

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Outsourcing Vs. In-House: The Ultimate Battle For Better Collections

Speaker: Susan Richards

Your past-due accounts are growing, cash flow is tightening, and the pressure is on. The big question: Do you handle the collections internally or outsource to experts? Both strategies come with advantages and risks - but which one delivers the best impact for your business? In this session we’ll dive deep into the in-house vs. outsourcing debate, examining cost-effectiveness, efficiency, compliance risks, and overall recovery success rates.

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‘The bond vigilante is coming back,’ UBS strategist says

Collection Industry News

The bond vigilantes are coming back as investors continue to sell amid the prospect of higher-for-longer interest rates and a growing fiscal deficit, according to Kevin Zhao, head of global sovereign and currency at UBS Asset Management. The yield on the benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury note rose above 5% once again on Monday, having passed the milestone on Thursday for the first time since 2007.

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Member Spotlight: Education Rekindles Motivation

NACM

Education gives professionals the opportunity to learn, share their knowledge and grow. NACM's Professional Certification Program allows credit professionals to earn credentials that showcase excellence and mastery in their career. With six levels of professional certifications, credit professionals are motivated to sharpen their tools or learn new.

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Administration Wipes Out $9B More in Student Loans

Account Recovery

The Department of Education and the Biden Administration last week announced an additional $9 billion in student loan debt relief, bringing the total amount of student loans that have been canceled during the current administration to $127 billion. In the most recent announcement, the Department of Education is providing 53,000 borrowers with $5.

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Daily Digest – October 10. Collector Facing FDCPA Suit Over Texts With Consumer; Administration Wipes Out $9B More in Student Loans

Account Recovery

Collector Facing FDCPA Suit Over Texts With Consumer Judge Grants MJOP for Defendant in FDCPA Case Over ‘Substantiation’ Letter Administration Wipes Out $9B More in Student Loans Growing Debt Loads Making it Harder for Consumers to Stay Current WORTH NOTING: What older voters think about Trump and Biden’s age … What it’s like to live […]

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Cash Flow Secrets Every Upskilled CPA Should Know

Speaker: Debra L. Robinson

CPAs know the drill: taxes, compliance, rinse, repeat. But what about the sneaky cash flow that’s quietly messing with your organization’s success? It’s time to step into the spotlight and expose the “dirty little secrets” of cash flow to fuel strategic growth. By upskilling your accounting practices and shifting focus from tax compliance to the strategic movement of money, you can transform your role from reactive accountant to proactive financial strategist.