Nerd Wallet
OCTOBER 20, 2022
The investing information provided on this page is for educational purposes only. NerdWallet does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks, securities or other investments. Inflation is proving to be a stubborn, unwanted houseguest. No one particularly likes paying more for food, fuel and.
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 ?” The answer to that question should be a resounding “ Yes.”. 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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Nerd Wallet
OCTOBER 18, 2022
Credit card rewards are so common these days — so expected, even — that they can seem untouchable. But that could change. Legislation that’s winding its way through Congress is intended by its sponsors to encourage “competition in electronic credit transactions.” But if lawmakers end up passing the measure, known as the Credit Card Competition. Kenley Young writes for NerdWallet.
Account Recovery
OCTOBER 20, 2022
GETTING TO KNOW KRISTEN ROWLES OF CBE COMPANIES It’s no wonder that Kristen Rowles, who thrives in chaos and never shies away from difficult conversations, grew to become a leader and someone who helps make everyone around her better. Perhaps even more importantly, she taught her father about the benefits of working in the ARM … The post Daily Digest – October 20.
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.
Consumer Finance
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Effort seeks to address false information on the credit reports of children in foster care and the general public.
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Nerd Wallet
OCTOBER 21, 2022
Property damage liability insurance pays for the damage you cause to someone else’s property in a car accident. The insurance covers damage to other cars, buildings and structures, like fences and telephone poles. It can also cover legal fees if you’re sued for the same types of damage. However, property damage liability won’t cover injuries. Ben Moore writes for NerdWallet.
Account Recovery
OCTOBER 18, 2022
The chair of the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis has sent a letter to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, asking it to investigate the three major credit reporting agencies for possible violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, including potentially failing to investigate disputes filed by consumers. The 12-page letter, from Rep.
Consumer Finance
OCTOBER 17, 2022
ACTIVE Network generated more than $300 million in membership fees using digital dark patterns and online trickery.
Fraser
OCTOBER 17, 2022
As we previously addressed in 2021, Congress passed the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”), which requires certain business entities to report the “beneficial ownership” of an entity to the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCen”). The CTA is intended to deter activity such as money laundering, financing terrorism, and tax fraud, among other things.
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.
Nerd Wallet
OCTOBER 21, 2022
The investing information provided on this page is for educational purposes only. NerdWallet does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks, securities or other investments. Housing costs are up, groceries are up, and the stock market is down. Inflation has some grim side effects, Elizabeth Ayoola writes for NerdWallet.
Account Recovery
OCTOBER 19, 2022
During this, The Great Resignation Era, I thought it would be helpful to start a regular posting of different jobs within the accounts receivable management industry that I have found online. Please make sure to do your own due diligence before applying for a position included here or accepting any offers. This is merely meant … The post 23 Companies Seeking Collection Talent appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.
True Accord
OCTOBER 20, 2022
Just as technology has evolved leaps and bounds, so have consumer communication preferences with that technology, especially when it comes to debt collection. So in 2021, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) rolled out Regulation F under the existing Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). Regulation F seeks to provide additional clarity around the key FDCPA prohibitions covering everything from harassment, such as the 7-in-7 call caps, to sample language for the initial communica
UK debt collections
OCTOBER 21, 2022
A bailiff who was trying to collect a £10,000 debt at a Hull restaurant was viciously stabbed with a knife in violent scenes that had chilling echoes of the TV programme Can’t Pay, We’ll Take It Away ! He could easily have suffered very serious life-threatening injuries if one of the knife wounds had been just 2mm to one side, Hull Crown Court heard.
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Nerd Wallet
OCTOBER 15, 2022
Medicare open enrollment starts today, but 7 in 10 Medicare beneficiaries say they don’t compare Medicare plans during this period, according to a 2021 analysis by KFF, a health policy nonprofit. That’s not great, since Medicare Advantage plans — which operate much like the private insurance you may have had through an employer — change. Kate Ashford, CSA® writes for NerdWallet.
Account Recovery
OCTOBER 18, 2022
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has filed a motion for summary judgment, seeking to recover $43 million in restitution and penalties from the owner of a debt relief firm that was sued back in 2020 for taking money from individuals before achieving any of the results it promised and before it was legally able to … The post CFPB Seeks $43M in Fines, Restitution From Debt Relief Co.
Consumer Finance
OCTOBER 17, 2022
CFPB Director Rohit Chopra’s statement on a notice of proposed rulemaking to reduce bailout risk among a group of systemically important financial institutions and guard against increasing concentration in banking.
Fraser
OCTOBER 21, 2022
IRS Establishes New Income Tax Brackets for 2023. The IRS this week announced higher federal income tax brackets and standard deductions for 2023, which will apply to tax year 2023 for returns filed in 2024. The standard deduction for 2023 will rise to $27,700 for married couples filing jointly, up from $25,900 in 2022, and $13,850 for single filers, an increase from $12,950.
Speaker: Erika R. Bales, Esq.
When we talk about “compliance and security," most companies want to ensure that steps are being taken to protect what they value most – people, data, real or personal property, intellectual property, digital assets, or any other number of other things - and it’s more important than ever that safeguards are in place. Let’s step back and focus on the idea that no matter how complicated the compliance and security regime, it should be able to be distilled down to a checklist.
Nerd Wallet
OCTOBER 21, 2022
Southwest announced some major changes to its Rapid Rewards loyalty program, most notably making it more difficult to earn a Southwest Companion Pass. Beginning Jan. 1, 2023, you’ll need to earn 135,000 qualifying points in a calendar year in order to get your hands on a Companion Pass. Previously, you would’ve needed 125,000 points to. Sally French writes for NerdWallet.
Account Recovery
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Usually, when I write about cases being remanded back to state court, it’s not necessarily a good thing for the collector. In fact, it’s often the collector that sought to have the case heard in federal court in the first place. But, this time, a District Court judge granting a collector’s motion to remand a … The post MVN Not a Requirement Under Reg F, FDCPA, Judge Rules appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.
Consumer Finance
OCTOBER 17, 2022
The CFPB is suing ACTIVE Network, a payments platform used by families across the country to sign up for community activities, including camps and events sponsored by the YMCA, Girl Scouts, and charity race organizers.
UK debt collections
OCTOBER 18, 2022
New research shows that half of invoices issued by small businesses are paid late. Could stricter penalties and more transparency in regulation and reporting make a difference? Small businesses have long suffered from suppliers paying them late , but mounting economic challenges including rising inflation and the falling value of the pound are only serving to aggravate the problem.
Speaker: Genevieve Hancock, CPA
Cash flow isn’t just about balancing numbers - it's about ensuring your organization is positioned for both immediate stability and long-term success. Understanding that cash flow management fuels every decision, every opportunity, and every growth phase is critical. But how can you shift from simply managing cash to strategically optimizing it for resilience?
Nerd Wallet
OCTOBER 18, 2022
The housing market in 2021 was one for the record books. With prices at historic highs and the number of listings in a deep hole, open houses looked like Black Friday sales and many would-be buyers were elbowed out of the melee. In 2021, the share of buyers paying all cash for home purchases trended. Elizabeth Renter writes for NerdWallet. Email: elizabeth@nerdwallet.com.
Account Recovery
OCTOBER 17, 2022
MVN NOT A REQUIREMENT UNDER REG F, JUDGE RULES In a case where a collection agency has sued its client for allegedly breaching their contract, a federal judge has granted a motion to remand the case back to state court, ruling the Model Validation Notice is not a requirement to be used under Regulation F. … The post Daily Digest – October 17.
Troutman Sanders
OCTOBER 21, 2022
On October 20, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, seeking public comment on the harms stemming from what it characterizes as “junk fees,” i.e., fees that are allegedly unnecessary, unavoidable, or unexpected, and that inflate costs while adding little value. The term also encompasses “hidden fees,” which are fees for goods or services that are deceptive or unfair, including because they are only disclosed at the latter stage in the consumer’s pur
Taurus Collect
OCTOBER 21, 2022
Tax season is known as winter holidays in collections. It is considered the busiest time of the year to pay off debts. However, it is also a great time to recover debts from overdue accounts. People become more aware of spending their money wisely with increased cash flow due to their tax returns. Customers with past-due accounts use income tax refund amounts to settle late bills, resulting in higher collection rates.
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