Account Recovery
MAY 15, 2024
I came across a trio of articles recently that seem to overlap and connect with one another. The articles paint a picture for the economy and the accounts receivable management industry while also providing context about a hot-button topic — credit reporting.
American Profit Recovery
MAY 13, 2024
There are numerous legitimate reasons why a consumer might struggle to pay your business on time, or at all and many of them stem from financial difficulties. As business owners, executives and others keeping an eye on the bottom line, you may get angry because some customers have not paid your business and you’re left wondering why. However, as we indicate here, many circumstances limit a consumer’s ability to pay your business, and they should be considered.
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Enterprise Recovery
MAY 6, 2024
The tech industry is known for its rapid growth and innovation but faces unique challenges regarding debt collection and non-paying clients. Understanding the intricacies of debt collection in this sector is essential for companies to recover payments and maintain financial stability. Learn more about the complexities of debt collection within the tech industry and the strategies for successful payment recovery.
Consumer Finance
MAY 15, 2024
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued a statement today regarding the Supreme Court’s decision in CFPB v. Community Financial Services Association of America.
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Credit Corp
MAY 1, 2024
When getting your first credit card, consider factors such as the card’s annual fees, interest rates, rewards or benefits, and credit limit. Choose a card that aligns with your financial goals and spending habits, and make sure to understand the terms and conditions, including the consequences of late payments or carrying a balance. Additionally, aim to use the card responsibly to build positive credit history while avoiding overspending and accumulating debt.
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Account Recovery
MAY 14, 2024
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont last week signed a bill into law that will prohibit healthcare providers from reporting medical debt to credit agencies and void debt that is reported to credit bureaus. The bill is scheduled to go into effect on July 1.
American Profit Recovery
MAY 15, 2024
If you are a consumer, struggling with debt, you should know that not only can debt collectors help you navigate a challenging financial situation, but you can also have a positive experience and favorable outcome. Gone are the days when collectors just got on the phone and demanded full payment. That’s not the way debt collections work. A professionally trained collector listens to consumers, seeks to understand unique situations, and creates an environment where two people can reach a so
Enterprise Recovery
MAY 17, 2024
Outsourcing accounts receivable and collections is a strategic decision that can benefit businesses. By partnering with a collection agency, businesses can offload the time-consuming task of chasing unpaid invoices, allowing them to focus on their core operations. Discover the financial benefits of outsourcing your accounts receivable and how it can positively impact your business's bottom line.
Consumer Finance
MAY 6, 2024
Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) took action against Chime Financial for failing to give consumers timely refunds when their accounts were closed.
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.
UK debt collections
MAY 15, 2024
New research by Mojo Mortgages has found that 32,000 mortgaged properties at risk of being repossessed. The research also found that there were 96,580 homeowner mortgages in arrears of 2.5% or more of the outstanding balance, representing a 3% increase from the previous quarter. Within this group, 32,470 mortgages were in the most severe bracket, with mortgage arrears exceeding 10% of the balance, marking a 6% increase compared to the previous quarter.
Direct Recovery
MAY 4, 2024
Are you under the impression that the only people who can see your credit report are the ones you authorize when applying for new credit? That is not exactly the case. Believe it or not, debt collectors can actually pull your credit report, and they don’t even need your permission to do so. Even if you work to keep up with your credit report, you might be surprised to find sudden changes that debt collectors might encounter, or even cause themselves.
Account Recovery
MAY 2, 2024
I am thrilled to announce that the Getting to Know series will be sponsored by TEC Services Group in 2024. TEC Services Group is the leading technology and professional services firm in the credit collections industry offering both leading industry solutions along with unrivaled, unbiased, and experienced support.
Taurus Collect
MAY 12, 2024
In the realm of debt recovery, the “ no collection no fee ” debt collection strategy stands out as a beacon for ethical practice. This approach ensures fairness and integrity, positioning itself as a vital component within the industry. Employing a strategy where fees are contingent not only aligns the interests of collectors with those of their clients but also fosters a culture of responsibility and respect.
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True Accord
MAY 1, 2024
Telecom Industry Evolves, But Call-and-Collect Can’t Keep Up The telecommunications industry has evolved hand-in-hand with most consumer communication preferences throughout the decades. From the last remaining landlines to mobile and internet services, it’s challenging to find a consumer that doesn’t subscribe to a Telecom service. Yet while Telecoms enable customers to communicate and access products and services via digital channels wherever they go, the industry’s own methodology for communi
Consumer Finance
MAY 5, 2024
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) today took action against National Collegiate Student Loan Trusts and Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency for multi-year servicing failures.
UK debt collections
MAY 13, 2024
The government has ordered an investigation into Warrington Borough Council as figures reveal it is almost £1.85 billion debt. It follows a report which found the council is the most indebted unitary authority in the country, with “their portfolio of debt-funded investments… concerning” which put not only the council at risk, but could also have “significant impact” for local residents.
Jimerson Firm
MAY 16, 2024
Representations and warranties are more than just legal formalities in business mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and deserve careful attention when drafting and negotiating these terms. Representations and warranties are essentially statements made by each party (most importantly, Sellers) about the general state of affairs, including statements about the party’s financial health, assets, and legal compliance.
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Account Recovery
MAY 9, 2024
A quartet of lawmakers, led by Sen. Bernie Sanders [I-Vt.] yesterday announced that they are introducing bills in the Senate and House of Representatives that would wipe out all existing medical debt and remove it from consumers’ credit reports, among other changes.
Taurus Collect
MAY 12, 2024
In the rapidly evolving landscape of the debt collection industry, staying ahead of emerging trends is crucial for success. 2024 promises to bring significant changes, with the “ no collection no fee ” debt collection model standing out as a key player. This approach is reshaping strategies across the board. It offers a risk-free solution to creditors, ensuring that agencies are rewarded only upon the successful retrieval of outstanding debts.
Prosperity Now
MAY 5, 2024
As we look back on April’s Second Chance Month, it is important to remember that every year, more than 600,000 people are released from prison and given a chance to build a new life. Discriminatory hiring practices and other barriers often present obstacles to securing stable employment.
Consumer Finance
MAY 16, 2024
The CFPB sued SoLo Funds, which runs a peer-to-peer lending platform, for lying to borrowers and deceiving them about the total cost of loans.
Speaker: Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®
Niche markets represent a huge opportunity for the financial services industry in America. From college students and women to communities of color and low-to-moderate-income households, niche populations have specialized financial needs – but they often underutilize many valuable financial products and services. How can you better connect with these consumers?
UK debt collections
MAY 13, 2024
A solicitor has been fined more than £1,000 due to invoice late payment. It was found that the solicitor failed to pay an invoice for legal fees within a reasonable time frame. James Lothian Brunton also failed to cooperate with the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s (SRA) investigation into his failure to perform an undertaking to Matthew Waite & Co.
Consumer Finance Watch
MAY 8, 2024
Financial institutions, credit furnishers, debt collectors, and other businesses reporting consumer information to credit reporting agencies should take note that the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals has declined to impose a bright-line rule that only purely factual or transcription errors are actionable under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (“FCRA”).
Account Recovery
MAY 6, 2024
A bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives to amend the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act in order to include additional information when sending the validation notice while also expanding the requirements before filing collection lawsuits. What It Is: H.R.
Roths Child Law
MAY 17, 2024
A decision to file for bankruptcy is one that’s usually not made without considerable thought. It’s often the result of a realization that there won’t ever be enough money to cover one’s debts unless something dramatic can be done. Many consumers file for Chapter 7, which is known as the liquidation bankruptcy, or Chapter 13, which is known as the wage-earner’s bankruptcy.
Speaker: William Hord, Vice President of ERM Services
A well-defined change management process is critical to minimizing the impact that change has on your organization. Leveraging the data that your ERM program already contains is an effective way to help create and manage the overall change management process within your organization. Your ERM program generally assesses and maintains detailed information related to strategy, operations, and the remediation plans needed to mitigate the impact on the organization.
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