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Consumer and business debt are two distinct types of debt that are handled quite differently. Consumer debt is the debt individuals incur for personal expenses, such as credit card debt, student loans, or mortgages. Business debt, however, refers to the debt incurred by businesses or organizations for various purposes, such as operational expenses, investment in assets, or expansion.
More than 90% of households can handle a $400 expense shock, with low-income households showing unexpected resilience, according to a report released this week by The JPMorganChase Institute. By the Numbers: Key Findings: Additional Insights: The Bottom Line: The new data reveals a more optimistic view of American financial resilience than previously thought.
There’s no question that our economy and society rely on banks just like we rely on our power grid and our transportation network. Congress put in place guardrails to ensure the ownership and control of this critical infrastructure promotes resiliency and is free of conflicts of interest.
One of the challenging topics when filing for bankruptcy is whether or not to tell creditors. Should you inform your creditors about your plan to file for bankruptcy, or is it a bad idea? Here is what to know about this matter: What do you want to achieve? Your objective of notifying creditors about your plan can help you determine if doing so can be beneficial or not.
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?
When it comes to collecting business debt, the most critical steps occur before the goods or services are even purchased. This is when your business establishes control over the commercial relationship. By taking preemptive measures, you can set a solid foundation that will help you get paid, even if a creditor becomes delinquent. Our commercial collections litigation attorneys at Law Offices of Alan M.
Merged Information on Credit Report Leads to FCRA Lawsuit Judge Denies Motion to Compel Arbitration in FDCPA Class-Action Nearly Half of Insured Americans Face Surprise Medical Bills and Coverage Denials Ability to Handle $400 Emergency Displays Consumers’ Financial Resiliency: Survey WORTH NOTING: Tips to help you save money when going back-to-school shopping … What a […]
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Merged Information on Credit Report Leads to FCRA Lawsuit Judge Denies Motion to Compel Arbitration in FDCPA Class-Action Nearly Half of Insured Americans Face Surprise Medical Bills and Coverage Denials Ability to Handle $400 Emergency Displays Consumers’ Financial Resiliency: Survey WORTH NOTING: Tips to help you save money when going back-to-school shopping … What a […]
Collection accounts are bad for your credit score. These negative marks on your credit report indicate you might not pay your bills on time—or ever, which is why lenders don’t like to see them. Collection accounts can stay on your credit report for up to 7 years. This makes it harder to get approved for credit during that time. Learning how to remove collections from your credit report can help you clean up your credit history and open better financial doors in the future.
Director Rohit Chopra outlined recent efforts to combat price gouging and unfair practices in financial services, focusing on private equity involvement, junk fees, and credit card interest rates.
An arrest warrant has been issued for Katie Price, after she failed to attend a court hearing relating to her bankruptcies. Insolvency and Companies Court Judge Catherine Burton said Ms Price had received “very clear warnings” that she must attend the hearing on Tuesday. The former glamour model had not responded to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) over her debts, a court heard.
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?
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.
Worried about your credit score? We get it – credit is confusing. In many ways it feels like you have no control over this thing that determines whether you can get a car, apartment or even a new cellphone without a broken screen. But having a healthy credit score or even improving a bad credit score doesn’t require becoming an expert. Here are 9 easy ways to get you started, listed in order from easiest to most difficult. 1.
A new SME insights report by Dojo has revealed that an estimated 110,940 SMEs are at risk of going bust due to having no cash left to support business operations. The study also revealed that over 30% of SMEs cited rising inflation and high interest rates as their biggest challenge for 2024. Additionally, 1 in 6 SME owners felt unconfident to some extent in their understanding of the term ‘cash runway’ – the number of months a business has until cash runs out. 2% of businesses said that they hav
A District Court judge in Connecticut has denied a defendant’s motion to compel arbitration in a Fair Debt Collection Practices Act class-action lawsuit, ruling the defendant — a debt buyer that purchased the account from the original creditor — did not have specific documentation reflecting the assignment of the plaintiff’s account.
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.
In today’s challenging economic climate, many businesses face the painful reality of unpaid invoices and debts. This problem can escalate quickly, leading to costly collection efforts that drain resources and time. Fortunately, there’s a solution: no collection no fee debt collection. This approach allows you to focus on running your business while experts handle your debt recovery without upfront costs.
The CFPB and other federal financial regulatory agencies announced a joint proposed rule to establish data standards for certain information collections submitted to financial regulatory agencies.
Late payments to UK small businesses surged over the last three months, with payments delayed by more than a week on average, according to the latest research by Xero. Payments to small businesses were made 7.3 days late, on average, between April and June. This is an increase of 1.8 days compared to the January and March Quarter, and represents the largest quarterly increase for four years, when pandemic uncertainty prompted a short-term spike.
A significant portion of insured, working-age Americans are grappling with unexpected medical bills and insurance coverage denials, which can lead to financial strain and delayed healthcare, according to the results of a survey conducted by The Commonwealth Fund.
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Bankruptcy can help people who have large amounts of debt. Before you file for bankruptcy, you should understand what the process can do for you and your bankruptcy options. Here is what you should know: 1. What debts can you relieve with bankruptcy? There are many different kinds of debts. The debts you can resolve with bankruptcy include: Credit card debt Medical debt Loan debt However, not all forms of debt can be resolved with bankruptcy.
Starting today, the Department of Education is going to begin informing 30 million individuals with unpaid student loans about their options, letting them know they have until the end of the month to notify their servicers if they wish to opt out of the forgiveness programs.
Navigating collections in the dynamic financial landscape presents multifaceted challenges. Organizations face pressures to maintain standards alongside software challenges like regulatory adaptations, data integration, security, workflow optimization, and automation. Finding the right software can save time and money. BEAM offers a comprehensive solution with specialized modules to streamline debt collection effortlessly.
In recent years, the rise of digital lenders like SoFi and Ally has transformed the lending landscape, offering borrowers new options for obtaining loans quickly and conveniently. But what sets these digital lenders apart from traditional banks and credit unions? And how can you navigate the process of shopping for a loan with them? In this guide, we’ll explore everything you need to know about securing a loan from digital lenders, including the pros and cons, and key differences compared
Commercial debt collection agencies can be tremendously effective partners for almost any small business that offers credit to their customers. The right debt collection agency can act as your own personal accounts receivable department tasked with tracing down delinquent accounts, contacting debtors, negotiating payments, filing for judgments, and collecting payments.
The United States recently renewed its special ties with the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and Republic of Palau, collectively the Freely Associated States.
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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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