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Around this time last year I was in my third month of training. Every day I was thinking, “ What am I doing here? This isn’t the job for me. I don’t think I’ll ever be good at this.” Well, after being here for 15 months, I can look back and say I never thought I would have become good at being a Debt Collector, let alone still be here. I really have to thank the American Profit Recovery team for my growth here.
It turns out there are some things that everyone in the Senate can agree on, and it actually pertains to the debt collection industry. The Senate yesterday unanimously passed S. 3841, a bill that protects the stimulus funds under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act from being garnished by debt collectors, similar to … The post Senate Passes Bill Preventing Collectors From Garnishing Stimulus Payments appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.
Invoicing is a critical part of the business cycle, but it’s oftentimes the most difficult. Customers expect to be billed for services rendered, of course, but that doesn’t mean they’re excited to receive them. Paying bills is almost universally considered a negative experience, and this is an association that’s hard to escape. As a result, there’s considerable value in working to make your invoices as painless as possible for your customers.
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By Joe W. I keep getting asked two questions by my friends and family, “Why are you calling consumers during Covid-19?” and “Why are businesses turning over debts during Covid-19?” They point out to me that many people are struggling during these unprecedented times, and they cannot pay their bills. I asked how anyone can know why a consumer has not resolved their account.
A District Court judge in North Carolina has denied a defendant’s motion to dismiss after it was accused of violating the Telephone Consumer Protection Act by using an automated telephone dialing system to contact an individual without first receiving his consent, adopting a definition of an ATDS that is in line with how the Ninth … The post N.C.
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A District Court judge in North Carolina has denied a defendant’s motion to dismiss after it was accused of violating the Telephone Consumer Protection Act by using an automated telephone dialing system to contact an individual without first receiving his consent, adopting a definition of an ATDS that is in line with how the Ninth … The post N.C.
First party collections , in which your business relies to manage delinquent and non-paying accounts, are a valuable resource to get invoices paid. Getting your invoices paid on time helps ensure working capital and sets your business up for success. In house collections specialists, therefore, are beneficial and necessary, especially in a growing business.
Businesses that are faced with collecting on delinquent invoices often don’t know where to begin. They tend to react with anger, the assumption being that the customer is intentionally trying to rip off their business. While this may feel warranted, it isn’t an ideal approach. A better assumption to start your collections process with is this: Very few people don’t pay their debts simply because they don’t want to.
By Brit: One mind at a time. It sounds almost trite to say that changing the public perception of the collection industry must be accomplished one mind at a time, but yet it’s absolutely true. A lot of people still have a negative perception of what we as debt collectors do, whether that derives from media reports, second-hand knowledge from a friend or family member, or even their own past negative experience.
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Every month, you face a mound of credit card and bank statements (or your inbox fills up with them, and you have to write a separate check (or perform an individual internet transfer) for each of them. All the while, you feel like you’re no closer to zeroing out your balance on any of those debts. To get out of this frustrating and time-consuming loop, many people opt for consolidation to combine multiple debts into one.
Jacksonville, FL – Rick Regan, Co-Founder, joins Imagined.cloud to head North American sales. Rick’s experience providing enterprise solutions in the ARM and BPO industries strengthens Imagined.cloud executive team. With over twenty years of proven client engagement, Mr. Regan brings the knowledge and understanding necessary to build lasting relationships within the industry.
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.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced that it plans to issue an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPR) later this year on consumer-authorized access to financial records.
Did you know that buying a car before you buy a home could impact your ability to get a mortgage? A car loan affects your credit in several ways, and it also reduces the amount of income you have that’s not tied up in debt obligations. Find out more below about the relationship between buying a car and buying a home. Then, make an educated decision about what’s the better priority for you right now: an auto loan or a mortgage.
Another court decision reminds us that conclusory allegations that an agency relationship exists should not be sufficient to impute TCPA liability on the alleged beneficiary of a messaging campaign.
SENATE PASSES BILL PREVENTING COLLECTORS FROM GARNISHING STIMULUS PAYMENTS The Senate yesterday unanimously passed S. 3841, a bill that protects the stimulus funds under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act from being garnished by debt collectors, similar to how Social Security payments are exempt from being garnished. APPEALS COURT UPHOLDS RULING FOR DEFENDANT … The post Daily Digest – July 24.
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by Jeff Sovern. The argument that businesses should not be liable to consumers whom they carelessly infect with the coronavirus is based on the claim that if Congress does not outlaw such cases, we will see a tidal wave of lawsuits. Thus far, that argument has no basis in reality. In fact, if anything, consumer claims are getting lost in the undertow.
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.
According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, around 2.3 million car loans originate every year. Car loans can take years to pay off. So when you finally pay it off, you might be wondering—now what? What happens when you pay off your car? What should you do with the money you were previously putting towards your monthly payments? We’ve got a few ideas, but keep in mind that everyone’s finances are different.
The collection industry has come a long way since local door-to-door agents tracking their accounts on index cards, and yet there is still a dearth of data. Most agencies rely on age-old adages or instinct to make operational decisions. Our six years of working with millions of consumers to resolve their debts digitally has given TrueAccord unique insight into consumer behavior.
Key Takeaways. Interest rates have dropped to historic lows, making now a great time to refinance or take out a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC). Lower interest rates mean saving on variable rate loans like credit card balances and HELOCS. In light of the pandemic, Banks are raising lending requirements, and in some cases, pausing applications for HELOCS and other credit lines.
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