Credit Corp
APRIL 2, 2024
Is your bad credit preventing you from getting a credit card, buying a home, or renting an apartment? Are you paying higher-than-average interest rates because of your poor credit score? If so, a credit lawyer may be able to help. Credit lawyers help with credit repair solutions. Some consumers choose to handle the credit repair process on their own.
Burt and Associates
APRIL 1, 2024
Tackling Business Debt Collection in 2024: Hurdles and Game Plans for Entrepreneurs One constant challenge remains for business owners – getting paid on time. Ensuring clients settle up and managing unpaid bills are crucial to keeping your company’s finances healthy and growing. As we head into 2024, let’s look at the major debt collection roadblocks entrepreneurs will face, along with some essential tips for navigating this tricky territory.
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Roths Child Law
APRIL 1, 2024
It is no secret that the cost of living is impacting most households in the U.S. In fact, over half of the population have some form of credit card debt. When debts become overwhelming and impossible to pay, filing for bankruptcy is an option. However, many people are put off of doing so because of the stigma behind filing for bankruptcy. What stigma do filers potentially face and what is the truth behind these issues?
Account Recovery
APRIL 3, 2024
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.
Speaker: Anna Tiomina, MBA
AI is reshaping industries, yet finance remains one of the slowest adopters. Concerns over compliance, legacy systems, and data silos have made finance teams hesitant to embrace AI-driven transformation. But delaying adoption isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about staying competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. How can finance leaders overcome these challenges and start leveraging AI effectively?
Credit Corp
APRIL 2, 2024
When it comes to borrowing money, building up your emergency fund , and performing financial transactions, you have more options than ever before. You can open an account with a traditional bank, set up an online bank account , or choose a neighborhood credit union. Best of all, you can have accounts with multiple institutions, maximizing convenience.
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Jimerson Firm
APRIL 4, 2024
“Why does the HOA care what I do in my backyard?” is an all-too-common question posed by homeowners. Responsible for maintaining the community rules, facilities, and appearance, homeowners’ associations have an important role in upholding community standards. However, a common complaint amongst owners revolves around their homeowners’ association’s (“HOA”) authority to govern what happens in the back or side yard of a home out of sight of the rest of the HOA.
Account Recovery
APRIL 5, 2024
EDITOR’S NOTE: This article is part of a series that is sponsored by WebRecon. WebRecon identifies serial plaintiffs lurking in your database BEFORE you contact them and expose yourself to a likely lawsuit. Protect your company from as many as one in three new consumer lawsuits by scrubbing your consumers through WebRecon first. Want to learn more?
Credit Corp
APRIL 2, 2024
Whether you realize it or not, your credit score can have a significant impact on your life. It can determine whether you can buy a home, get an auto loan, secure an apartment, and, in some cases, land a job. If your credit is anything less than stellar, you may need to ask yourself, “Is it time to fix my credit?” In this post, we’ll cover five of the best ways to fix your credit: Get a copies of your credit report Address any errors on your credit report s Protect and nurture your credit
Consumer Finance
APRIL 4, 2024
The CFPB issued a new report today finding that more borrowers paid “discount points” upfront as overall interest rates rose.
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.
Jimerson Firm
APRIL 2, 2024
If you have been paying attention to the news lately, you have likely seen stories surrounding a major shakeup with real estate commissions stemming from a settlement in a prominent federal lawsuit. On March 15 th , a settlement was agreed on between the National Association of Realtors (“NAR”) and the U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”) who alleged anticompetitive practices.
Account Recovery
APRIL 5, 2024
Separate Plaintiffs File FDCPA Suits After Sending Exact Refusal Message to Same Defendant Work-Life Balance Key to Attracting New Job Candidates in ARM Industry Judge Grants MTD in FDCPA Case Over Collection Lawsuit Debt Collection Complaint Volume Falls in 2023: CFPB WORTH NOTING: What you need to know if you are looking at making a […]
TCPA
APRIL 3, 2024
Two recent decisions emphasize the necessity of precisely examining a plaintiffs complaint for potential defenses while keeping each element of the TCPA in mind. First, in Hulce v. Zipongo, Inc., No. 23-C-0159, 2024 WL 1251108 (E.D. Wis. Mar.
Consumer Finance
APRIL 3, 2024
La CFPB emite reporte examinando el crecimiento del comercio digital dentro de juegos de videos y mundos virtuales online.
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.
Sawin & Shea
APRIL 3, 2024
Filing for bankruptcy is a great financial option for those struggling with cumbersome debt. It enables you to discharge eligible debts, such as credit card and medical debt, so that you can live with a fresh start in the future. But you may be wondering, “What Is the Impact of Bankruptcy on Professional Licenses and Certifications?” This debt relief option is the best choice for numerous indebted individuals, and it shouldn’t merely be considered a last resort — It’s a p
Account Recovery
APRIL 4, 2024
It’s not a ruling on the merits of sending an undated Model Validation Notice, but a District Court judge — this time in California — has dismissed a plaintiff’s Fair Debt Collection Practices Act class action, ruling that the plaintiff did not suffer a concrete injury and thus does not have standing to sue.
Collections Law
APRIL 2, 2024
When a debtor is delinquent, one of the biggest concerns for creditors is that the debtor doesn’t have enough money to pay what they owe. Securing an ex parte attachment to obtain pre-judgment security as part of a collections lawsuit can help to alleviate these concerns. At Law Offices of Alan M. Cohen & Associates LLC, our experienced, relentless and innovative commercial debt collection attorneys have over 50 years of collective experience.
Consumer Finance
APRIL 3, 2024
CFPB Director Rohit Chopra provided a statement on the Banking in Video Games and Virtual Worlds report.
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.
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 is illegal for a collection agency to buy your debt and come after you for it,” text on the video reads. “When a debt collector comes after you for debt owed but you already sent a cease and desist letter (sic).
Account Recovery
APRIL 4, 2024
Getting to Know Joshua Ouellette of JJ Marshall and Associates Calif.
BN Lawyers
APRIL 2, 2024
Paul Hammer, Shareholder and leader of Barron & Newburger’s Houston Office, was recently quoted in an article published by Law360 entitled “5 Myths in Bankruptcy Practice Debunked”. Mr. Hammer was interviewed along with several prominent practitioners from large AMLAW firms including White & Williams and Cole Schotz. The article in its entirety may be found here: 5 Myths In Bankruptcy Practice Debunked – Law360 Bankruptcy Authority The post Paul Hammer Featured in Law360 Article on
Consumer Finance
APRIL 1, 2024
Director Chopra at the White House on Data Protection and National Security.
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Collection Industry News
MARCH 30, 2024
The use of AI in the sector only looks set to grow; even though just over 10% of collections firms currently employ AI-driven tools in the US, around 60% are considering implementing them. The benefits are clear: AI tools can predict which debtors are likely to pay; they can negotiate payments virtually, and segment and profile customers. This is good news for financial services providers, experts say, because systems can spot who’s going to pay their debt and who’s less able to honour demands.
Account Recovery
APRIL 3, 2024
Judge Grants MTD in FDCPA Class Action Judge Denies MTD in FDCPA Class Action Over Post-Judgment Fees CPPA Issues First Enforcement Advisory; Focuses on Data Minimization 30 Companies Seeking Collection Talent WORTH NOTING: Some weird beach laws that are on the books in different locales across the United States … A lot of people think […]
NACM
APRIL 2, 2024
Earning designations are not limited to those who are new to the industry. Whether advancing your career, expanding your knowledge on basic information or learning new skills, NACM's Professional Certification Program helps credit professionals with career growth. Designations can provide many benefits for your company and your customers.
Consumer Finance
APRIL 3, 2024
CFPB Director Rohit Chopra provided remarks at the National Community Reinvestment Coalition’s Just Economy Conference.
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.
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