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Medical debt is one of the most common types of debt in the United States. If you have an old medical bill hanging over your head, you may begin to hear from a company called Assetcare LLC. Assetcare LLC is a debt collector that specifically collects debts in the health care industry. MORE
Second mortgages, or junior liens, are a way to turn your home equity into readily available funds without selling your house. A second mortgage increases your overall debt and can lead to foreclosure if you’re unable to pay it back. MORE
By Matt Moskowitz: “Your hardest times often lead to the greatest moments of your life. Keep going. Tough situations build strong people in the end” – Roy Bennett. The flower that blooms in adversity is the rarest and most beautiful of all” – Walt Disney. MORE
A council mistakenly sent more than 1,600 “alarming” debt collection letters to allotment holders. Sheffield Council said the error happened because it employed a debt recovery agency to help with a backlog of fines on hold since March. MORE
As many anticipate that remote workforces are here to stay and will be a crucial tool in recruiting talent, Kathryn Willis joined leaders in employment law to discuss some of the key challenges and opportunities that will bring for a November 17, 2020 SHRM Online article. MORE
A District Court judge in Pennsylvania has become the latest to tackle the issue of whether a plaintiff has standing to sue when claiming certain violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, partially denying the defendant’s motion to dismiss in a class-action suit. MORE
Payment negotiations are the most important part of accounts receivable. If agents don’t know the best tactics for setting up payment plans or collecting higher dollar amounts, you will routinely leave money on the table. MORE
Existing-home sales continue to climb as housing inventory dwindles in the U.S. For the fifth straight month, sales increased in October, according to the National Association of Realtors. The seasonally adjusted rate of 6.85 million is 4.3% ahead of September, 26.6% MORE
Clean carpets make any home more attractive, and it often takes a multifaceted approach to get the job done right. This guide for how to clean carpet will help you find ways to freshen underfoot, whatever your budget. MORE
On Wednesday, November 18, two customers of Cred Inc., a cryptocurrency investment platform currently in Chapter 11, asked Delaware Bankruptcy Judge John T. MORE
Innovative IVR payments (Interactive Voice Response) are a commonplace technology that allows customers to make payments over the phone using an automated system. This service works primarily without interacting with a live representative. MORE
As we've said before, time is money. With that in mind, the last thing you or your sales reps want to do is spend time with a client who: Doesn't match your version of the ideal client. Doesn't have a need for what you're offering. Doesn't have the money to pay you. Timing is also everything. MORE
If your revenues remain down, there’s a probably a simple reason for at least some of that dip. According to the recently-released 2020 Clio Legal Trends Report , 23% of legal consumers think law firms are closed. MORE
The American debt crisis is a growing one. Especially since the start of this year, many Americans have been struggling to manage their bills or make payments on existing debts. If you have had an overdue bill move to collections, you may begin hearing from a company called ACS Inc. MORE
EDPA JUDGE PARTIALLY DENIES MTD IN FCRA CASE A District Court judge in Pennsylvania has become the latest to tackle the issue of whether a plaintiff has standing to sue when claiming certain violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, partially denying the defendant’s motion to dismiss in a class-action suit. MORE
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When a small business association (“SBA”) loan is converted to liquidation status, the lender must begin liquidating the collateral. Lenders must liquidate all personal property that has a Recoverable Value over $5,000. MORE
Have you been contacted by a company identifying themselves as 09 Tempoe LLC? It’s probably because you forgot to pay a bill, and it’s coming back around to bite you. 09 Tempoe LLC is an alternative lender to traditional financing options. MORE
Each year amendments are made to the rules that govern how bankruptcy cases are managed — the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure. The amendments address issues identified by an Advisory Committee made up of federal judges, bankruptcy attorneys, and others. MORE
Theoretical Underpinnings. Our PR guy was in town this time last year and among all of the really good questions that were asked during filming, there was one that struck me. What gets you out of bed in the morning? MORE
Over a million self employed freelancers have gone into debt since the pandemic began due to late payment. This startling revelation was detailed in a report released by the IPSE (The association of independent professionals and the self employed) along with digital bank starling. MORE
Is an entry from Abt Synchrony hurting your credit score? When you apply for a credit card, it results in a hard inquiry, which can lower your score for two years. While one hard credit check won’t do too much damage to your score, several inquiries can have a bigger impact. MORE
A District Court judge in New York has granted a defendant’s motion to dismiss after it was sued for violating a number of provisions of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, such as including multiple addresses in a collection letter and because he received two letters that each included a 30-day validation notice. MORE
There is a growing drumbeat for President-elect Joe Biden to cancel some or all of the outstanding student loan debt in America, and proponents of that plan say it would be a boost for the economy should he do it. MORE
Finding free or very inexpensive boxes near you is a relatively simple way to lower the overall cost of your move — sometimes, by hundreds of dollars. It does require some effort and research on your part though. Start early to give yourself enough time to source plenty before moving day. MORE
There’s no denying that the current pandemic has left many Americans in an impossible situation. Many people are having to choose between paying bills on their student or car loans and providing food for their families. MORE
Uri Benoliel of Ramat Gan Law School and Shmuel I. Becher of Victoria University of Wellington have written Termination Without Explanation Contracts. Here is the abstrat: irms routinely terminate their contractual relationship with consumers. During 2019-2020, for example, Facebook terminated 5.4 MORE
A number of trade groups, including ACA International, met with representatives of the Federal Communications Commission last week to discuss the agency’s efforts ensure that legitimate calls are not either blocked or mislabeled by carriers, and, when they are, to provide notification to the callers in real-time. MORE
The rules for protecting credit during the holidays usually don’t vary much from year to year, but in 2020, COVID-19 has changed where and how we shop. And money’s tight for a lot of people. About 40% of Americans said they plan to spend less on holidays this year due to the pandemic, according to. MORE
A consumer advocacy is calling on Kathleen Kraninger, the director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, to resign or be fired once President-elect Joe Biden takes office, saying that the regulator has, among other claims, helped debt collectors “abuse and harass” “beleaguered” borrowers. MORE
by Paul Alan Levy. A couple of months ago, South Carolina lawyer B. Craig Killough advanced vague intellectual property claims in objecting to a blog post by a California health policy expert who commented on some aspects of the pricing policies being followed by Palmetto GBA, one of the companies retained by the federal Centers on Medicare and Medicaid Services to process Medicare claims by health providers in several states. MORE
47 NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
If your revenues remain down, there’s a probably a simple reason for at least some of that dip. According to the recently-released 2020 Clio Legal Trends Report , 23% of legal consumers think law firms are closed.
American Profit
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
By Matt Moskowitz: “Your hardest times often lead to the greatest moments of your life. Keep going. Tough situations build strong people in the end” – Roy Bennett. The flower that blooms in adversity is the rarest and most beautiful of all” – Walt Disney.
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In the Red
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
Each year amendments are made to the rules that govern how bankruptcy cases are managed — the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure. The amendments address issues identified by an Advisory Committee made up of federal judges, bankruptcy attorneys, and others.
PBWT
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
On Wednesday, November 18, two customers of Cred Inc., a cryptocurrency investment platform currently in Chapter 11, asked Delaware Bankruptcy Judge John T.
UK debt collections
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
Over a million self employed freelancers have gone into debt since the pandemic began due to late payment. This startling revelation was detailed in a report released by the IPSE (The association of independent professionals and the self employed) along with digital bank starling.
Account Recovery
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
EDPA JUDGE PARTIALLY DENIES MTD IN FCRA CASE A District Court judge in Pennsylvania has become the latest to tackle the issue of whether a plaintiff has standing to sue when claiming certain violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, partially denying the defendant’s motion to dismiss in a class-action suit.
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Nerd Wallet
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
This article provides information and education for investors. NerdWallet does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks or securities. Have a mortgage, older kids but little to no retirement savings?
Better Credit Blog
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Is an entry from Abt Synchrony hurting your credit score? When you apply for a credit card, it results in a hard inquiry, which can lower your score for two years. While one hard credit check won’t do too much damage to your score, several inquiries can have a bigger impact.
UK debt collections
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
A council mistakenly sent more than 1,600 “alarming” debt collection letters to allotment holders. Sheffield Council said the error happened because it employed a debt recovery agency to help with a backlog of fines on hold since March.
Account Recovery
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
A District Court judge in Pennsylvania has become the latest to tackle the issue of whether a plaintiff has standing to sue when claiming certain violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, partially denying the defendant’s motion to dismiss in a class-action suit.
Burr Forman
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
As many anticipate that remote workforces are here to stay and will be a crucial tool in recruiting talent, Kathryn Willis joined leaders in employment law to discuss some of the key challenges and opportunities that will bring for a November 17, 2020 SHRM Online article.
Nerd Wallet
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
Clean carpets make any home more attractive, and it often takes a multifaceted approach to get the job done right. This guide for how to clean carpet will help you find ways to freshen underfoot, whatever your budget.
Better Credit Blog
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Medical debt is one of the most common types of debt in the United States. If you have an old medical bill hanging over your head, you may begin to hear from a company called Assetcare LLC. Assetcare LLC is a debt collector that specifically collects debts in the health care industry.
PDC Flow
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
Payment negotiations are the most important part of accounts receivable. If agents don’t know the best tactics for setting up payment plans or collecting higher dollar amounts, you will routinely leave money on the table.
Account Recovery
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
A number of trade groups, including ACA International, met with representatives of the Federal Communications Commission last week to discuss the agency’s efforts ensure that legitimate calls are not either blocked or mislabeled by carriers, and, when they are, to provide notification to the callers in real-time.
Payment Savvy
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
Innovative IVR payments (Interactive Voice Response) are a commonplace technology that allows customers to make payments over the phone using an automated system. This service works primarily without interacting with a live representative.
Nerd Wallet
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
Finding free or very inexpensive boxes near you is a relatively simple way to lower the overall cost of your move — sometimes, by hundreds of dollars. It does require some effort and research on your part though. Start early to give yourself enough time to source plenty before moving day.
Better Credit Blog
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
There’s no denying that the current pandemic has left many Americans in an impossible situation. Many people are having to choose between paying bills on their student or car loans and providing food for their families.
Enterprise Recovery
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
As we've said before, time is money. With that in mind, the last thing you or your sales reps want to do is spend time with a client who: Doesn't match your version of the ideal client. Doesn't have a need for what you're offering. Doesn't have the money to pay you. Timing is also everything.
Account Recovery
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
A consumer advocacy is calling on Kathleen Kraninger, the director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, to resign or be fired once President-elect Joe Biden takes office, saying that the regulator has, among other claims, helped debt collectors “abuse and harass” “beleaguered” borrowers.
Public Citizen
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
by Paul Alan Levy. A couple of months ago, South Carolina lawyer B. Craig Killough advanced vague intellectual property claims in objecting to a blog post by a California health policy expert who commented on some aspects of the pricing policies being followed by Palmetto GBA, one of the companies retained by the federal Centers on Medicare and Medicaid Services to process Medicare claims by health providers in several states.
Nerd Wallet
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
The rules for protecting credit during the holidays usually don’t vary much from year to year, but in 2020, COVID-19 has changed where and how we shop. And money’s tight for a lot of people. About 40% of Americans said they plan to spend less on holidays this year due to the pandemic, according to.
Better Credit Blog
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
Have you been contacted by a company identifying themselves as 09 Tempoe LLC? It’s probably because you forgot to pay a bill, and it’s coming back around to bite you. 09 Tempoe LLC is an alternative lender to traditional financing options.
NACM
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
Existing-home sales continue to climb as housing inventory dwindles in the U.S. For the fifth straight month, sales increased in October, according to the National Association of Realtors. The seasonally adjusted rate of 6.85 million is 4.3% ahead of September, 26.6%
Account Recovery
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
There is a growing drumbeat for President-elect Joe Biden to cancel some or all of the outstanding student loan debt in America, and proponents of that plan say it would be a boost for the economy should he do it.
Nerd Wallet
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
Second mortgages, or junior liens, are a way to turn your home equity into readily available funds without selling your house. A second mortgage increases your overall debt and can lead to foreclosure if you’re unable to pay it back.
Better Credit Blog
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
The American debt crisis is a growing one. Especially since the start of this year, many Americans have been struggling to manage their bills or make payments on existing debts. If you have had an overdue bill move to collections, you may begin hearing from a company called ACS Inc.
American Profit
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
Theoretical Underpinnings. Our PR guy was in town this time last year and among all of the really good questions that were asked during filming, there was one that struck me. What gets you out of bed in the morning?
Account Recovery
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
A District Court judge in New York has granted a defendant’s motion to dismiss after it was sued for violating a number of provisions of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, such as including multiple addresses in a collection letter and because he received two letters that each included a 30-day validation notice.
Public Citizen
NOVEMBER 26, 2020
Uri Benoliel of Ramat Gan Law School and Shmuel I. Becher of Victoria University of Wellington have written Termination Without Explanation Contracts. Here is the abstrat: irms routinely terminate their contractual relationship with consumers. During 2019-2020, for example, Facebook terminated 5.4
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