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Understanding realities-why consumers struggle to pay on time

American Profit Recovery

There are numerous legitimate reasons why a consumer might struggle to pay your business on time, or at all and many of them stem from financial difficulties. As business owners, executives and others keeping an eye on the bottom line, you may get angry because some customers have not paid your business and you’re left wondering why. However, as we indicate here, many circumstances limit a consumer’s ability to pay your business, and they should be considered.

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Majority of Cancer Patients Carrying Medical Debt, Even with Health Insurance

Account Recovery

The prevalence of medical debt among cancer patients and survivors remains a significant issue even for those with insurance, according to a recent survey by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) reveals.

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CFPB Distributes $384 Million to 191,000 Victims of Think Finance’s Illegal Lending Practices

Consumer Finance

The CFPB distributed more than $384 million to consumers harmed by Think Finance from the victims relief fund, which has disbursed more than $1 billion.

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Daily Digest – May 13. Appeals Court Affirms Ruling in TCPA Class Action Over Definition of ATDS; Majority of Cancer Patients Carrying Medical Debt

Account Recovery

Appeals Court Affirms Ruling in TCPA Class Action Over Definition of ATDS Majority of Cancer Patients Carrying Medical Debt, Even with Health Insurance Artificially Inflated Credit Scores Leave Borrowers Unable to Pay Debts: Report Compliance Digest – May 13 WORTH NOTING: The origin story of Steve from “Blue’s Clues” is even more wholesome than you […]

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Solve Your Firms Automation Complexities Once and For All

Speaker: Mark Stovel

When it comes to automating, many firms focus on finding the latest tech, believing that efficiency is something achieved through new tools. Yet true efficiency is achieved by delivering real value to clients, not merely by upgraded systems. Without a clear approach, no level of automation can overcome the complexities of serving every client’s needs.

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Solicitor fined due to Invoice late payment

UK debt collections

A solicitor has been fined more than £1,000 due to invoice late payment. It was found that the solicitor failed to pay an invoice for legal fees within a reasonable time frame. James Lothian Brunton also failed to cooperate with the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s (SRA) investigation into his failure to perform an undertaking to Matthew Waite & Co.

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Investigation launched into Council’s huge Unpaid debt pile

UK debt collections

The government has ordered an investigation into Warrington Borough Council as figures reveal it is almost £1.85 billion debt. It follows a report which found the council is the most indebted unitary authority in the country, with “their portfolio of debt-funded investments… concerning” which put not only the council at risk, but could also have “significant impact” for local residents.

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Artificially Inflated Credit Scores Leave Borrowers Unable to Pay Debts: Report

Account Recovery

One of the arguments being made against removing medical debt from consumers’ credit scores is that it will artificially inflate those scores and make it easier for consumers to get access to credit that they might not necessarily be able to repay.

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Why Chapter 7 isn’t the best option for foreclosure concerns

Roths Child Law

When homeowners face the daunting prospect of foreclosure, understanding the defensive options available can potentially help them preserve their homes and financial stability. For example, two common types of bankruptcy , Chapter 7 and Chapter 13, offer different benefits and drawbacks in the context of foreclosure. Although there are exceptions to this general rule, Chapter 7 might not be the best option for those concerned with foreclosure, although Chapter 13 could potentially provide a more

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Compliance Digest – May 13

Account Recovery

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Top 3 Banking Secrets to Stay Relevant with Gen Z Consumers

Speaker: Brian Muse-McKenney, Chief Revenue Officer & Matt Simester, Cards and Payments Expert

In today’s world of social media, dating apps, and remote work, businesses risk becoming irrelevant (or getting "ghosted") if they fail to meet the evolving needs of Gen Z consumers. Credit cards with flexible payment options, especially for young adults with little-to-no credit history, are a particularly important and valuable solution for this generation.

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US hospital network Steward files for bankruptcy, aims for new loan

Collection Industry News

NEW YORK, May 6 (Reuters) – Steward Health Care, which operates 31 hospitals in eight U.S. states, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Texas on Monday, aiming to secure a new loan from its landlord Medical Properties Trust (MPW.N), opens new tab. Steward, the largest private physician-owned for-profit healthcare network in the U.S., said it would continue serving patients as normal during its bankruptcy.