Account Recovery

JANUARY 7, 2021

Unifund CCR Partners and Unifund CCR, LLC announces our partnership with Cancer Family Care and our participation in a virtual gift-giving opportunity that helped provide families with an extraordinary holiday season. As part of our ongoing commitment to being a powerful force for change and connecting the citizens of our communities with a more promising … The post Unifund Partners with Cancer Family Care to Help Provide Families with Gifts this Holiday appeared first on AccountsRecovery.

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Enterprise Recovery

JANUARY 8, 2021

As we move into the new year and look back on 2020, we are able to get a clearer picture of what topics to cover in 2021. The mission of this blog is to inform our readers, whether they're our clients or not. It's important for us to help tech entrepreneurs, startup businesses, small businesses, freelancers, independent consultants, manufacturers and other business-to-business organizations build better relationships with their clients.

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Consumer Finance

JANUARY 4, 2021

On January 5, 2021, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Taskforce on Federal Consumer Financial Law released a report with recommendations on how to improve consumer protection in the financial marketplace.

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Nerd Wallet

JANUARY 6, 2021

Home insurance rarely takes the spotlight, but if you’re a homeowner, it could be quietly costing you more money than it should. The good news is that insurers provide relatively easy-to-obtain incentives that can shave money off your homeowners insurance premium. Here are nine ways to save. 1. Raise your deductible A quick way to. Doug Sibor writes for NerdWallet.

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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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JANUARY 7, 2021

The largest hospital network in New York has decided to rescind lawsuits it filed against patients in 2020 and will pause any new filings after a report in The New York Times criticized the hospital network because it “plowed ahead” with a “flood of litigation” in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. Northwell Health had … The post N.Y.

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Jimerson Firm

JANUARY 5, 2021

A lis pendens is a common tool used in Florida to put third parties on notice of a pending lawsuit against real estate. If filed properly, a lis pendens protects the plaintiff in a lawsuit from any intervening liens on the property filed after the lis pendens. However, property owners may not be able to sell, obtain financing, or obtain title insurance until the lis pendens is removed.

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Nerd Wallet

JANUARY 5, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic forced credit card companies to make dramatic changes in 2020, some of which will continue into 2021. Many issuers tightened their underwriting, leaving consumers with fewer card options to choose from if they had less-than-good credit. Balance transfer cards all but disappeared, with some exceptions for those with excellent credit.

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Account Recovery

JANUARY 7, 2021

GETTING TO KNOW KIMBERLIE CLINE OF PRO COM SERVICES OF ILLINOIS Kimberlie Cline might have the best answer to describe a typical workday in the history of the “Getting to Know” series. But leave it to someone who has been working at collection agencies since junior high to be able to accurately describe what a … The post Daily Digest – January 7.

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Credit Corp

JANUARY 7, 2021

Between Santa shenanigans, special foods, long-distance travel and treats, holiday spending adds up quickly—and so does holiday debt. In 2019, shoppers in the US spent 3.4% more than they did in 2018. Unsurprisingly, they also ended up owing 8% more—roughly $1,325 per adult in 2019 versus just over $1,000 per adult in 2018. Unfortunately, holiday credit card debt lingers far longer than leftover turkey.

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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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Price Meese

JANUARY 4, 2021

Millennials Must Plan For Their Digital Legacy. Scenes of overwhelmed intensive care units again dominate our newsfeeds as the next wave of the coronavirus surges throughout the country. Although the initial distributions of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines provide us with hope that the pandemic’s end is near, we must sadly continue the battle against COVID-19 well into 2021.

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Nerd Wallet

JANUARY 8, 2021

Holiday spending always gets the best of me. The gifts, the food, the Christmas tree and decorations — sandwiched between two monthly rent payments — siphon money from my bank account. Every year I feel the sticker shock, briefly tuck my tail between my legs, then carry on like it never happened. But this year. Lauren Schwahn writes for NerdWallet. Email: lschwahn@nerdwallet.com.

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Account Recovery

JANUARY 7, 2021

There was once a man who got married. The man, who loved golf, was approached by some of his in-laws and was asked if he would teach them how to play. His new family saw how much he loved playing golf and wanted to share in that with him. But the man told them he … The post Mary Shores: How to Develop Consistency in Your Training Program appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Credit Corp

JANUARY 5, 2021

From early January to mid-February, you might receive a number of tax documents in the mail. They can range from expected W-2s from your employer to forms about mortgage interest you paid. One form that many people don’t expect is the 1099-C. Discover why you would receive such a form and what the IRS expects you to do with it. Make sure to consult with your tax professional for your specific situation.

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JANUARY 8, 2021

is is now estimated that over Half a million private renters in the UK are behind on their rent. This information is according to new analysis by Citizens Advice. With a temporary ban on evictions due to expire this weekend, the news comes as the country enters another period of national lockdown. The new lockdown is causing further economic hardship the charity reports.

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Nerd Wallet

JANUARY 5, 2021

As we close out 2020 and enter 2021, most of us are anxiously awaiting a happier year ahead. Traditionally, we mark the fresh calendar year with New Year’s resolutions to keep us hopeful and motivated — particularly when it comes to our finances. If all goes well, by this time next year, you’ll be posting. Courtney Jespersen writes for NerdWallet. Email: courtney@nerdwallet.com.

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Account Recovery

JANUARY 6, 2021

This holiday season, Alliant Capital Management is hosting a food drive for the St Luke’s Mission of Mercy Church to provide meals for the homeless in our community. Our generous team has been bringing in donations of non-perishable food items that will help provide holiday meals for neighbors in need. With a 49% increase in … The post Alliant Capital Management Gives Back Through Holiday Food Drive appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Jimerson Firm

JANUARY 7, 2021

On July 1, 2020, the Occupational Freedom and Opportunity Act (the “Act”) became law, which eliminated some barriers for construction contractors to become licensed in Florida. Particularly, the Act: (1) clarified that a passing result on a licensing examination does not expire; (2) eliminated the requirement for some applicants to take and pass all parts of the certification examination; (3) expanded the qualifications for an out-of-state licensed contractor to obtain a license in Florida; (4)

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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.

Brown and Joseph

JANUARY 7, 2021

Brown & Joseph/Altus, the leading commercial collections company in the U.S., is pleased to announce that Mike McClellan has joined the team as Vice President… The post Brown & Joseph Welcomes Mike McClellan appeared first on Brown & Joseph, LLC.

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Nerd Wallet

JANUARY 4, 2021

Welcome to NerdWallet’s Smart Money podcast, where we answer your real-world money questions. This week’s episode focuses on setting money goals for the new year. The pandemic scrambled many people’s financial plans, but it also changed some of our financial habits for the better. We discuss how to continue those habits and set new financial. Liz Weston writes for NerdWallet.

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Account Recovery

JANUARY 6, 2021

A group of eight state attorneys general filed suit yesterday in federal court in New York to block a rule that was issued by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency that aimed to close a gap in the process of banks selling loans to third parties, such as debt buyers, arguing that the … The post States Sue Bank Regulator to Overturn ‘True Lender’ Rule appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Fico Collections

JANUARY 6, 2021

Posts dealing with debt collection were among the most popular on the FICO Blog last year, for obvious reasons. Fortunately, our bloggers stepped up with timely analyses of the challenges facing lenders in an era of payment holidays, furloughs and higher unemployment. They also offered perceptive tips for dealing with what they dubbed the “debt tsunami.”.

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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?

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Arbeit Software

JANUARY 4, 2021

We’ve gathered detailed information on the top five virtual & in-person debt collection conferences you’ll find most beneficial to attend in 2021. Based on our past event experiences and knowledge we’ve gained in 2020, we believe these events will help you gain a competitive advantage in the accounts receivable industry. Notice (3/13/2020) : Due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, many recent events and conferences have been cancelled, changed or rescheduled for the safety of poten

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Nerd Wallet

JANUARY 7, 2021

With a sharp decrease in travel comes a sharp decrease in airline routes you can take. Now, you can no longer travel direct from, say, Orlando to Amsterdam (a route once offered by Delta). About one-third of airline routes worldwide were lost in 2020. But launching a new international route during a pandemic? That seems. Sally French writes for NerdWallet.

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Account Recovery

JANUARY 6, 2021

To many, 2020 was a dumpster fire of unprecedented proportions. But to many in the ARM industry, 2020 was a pretty good year, all things considered. AccountsRecovery.net asked eight experts — Jack Brown, Jeff Freedman, Kelly Parsons-O’Brien, David Schultz, Jack Gordon, Christy Barger, Michael Lamm, and McKay Bird — will 2021 be better or worse … The post Experts Weigh In: Will 2021 Be Better or Worse Than 2020 appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Brown and Joseph

JANUARY 5, 2021

Brown & Joseph / Altus and Paragon Asset Recovery Services Inc. (Paragon), leading providers of commercial accounts receivable services to the insurance industry, are proud to… The post Brown & Joseph/Altus and Paragon Merger Announcement appeared first on Brown & Joseph, LLC.

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