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In 2019, we began following a Circuit split regarding a secured creditor’s obligation to return collateral that it lawfully repossessed pre-petition after receiving notice of a debtor’s bankruptcy filing. MORE
This series has provided a high-level overview of various options and considerations available to lenders during the current uncertainty surrounding lending in the hospitality industry. MORE
MRS is pleased to announce that Kelly Feoli has been promoted to Executive Vice President of Operations, assuming responsibility for all third party operations as well as overseeing the Training Department and joining MRS’s Executive team. MORE
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Subcontractors are often stuck in a situation where the general contractor refuses to pay them because the general contractor has not been paid by the owner. In support of their refusal to pay, general contractors may rely on a “pay-if-paid” provision in the subcontract. MORE
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Though it’s increasingly legal, marijuana can still raise red flags for life insurance companies. While some insurers don’t mind covering you if you use pot, others will charge you higher rates or deny your application outright. About 22.2 MORE
As the number of large weddings and lavish receptions plummeted in 2020 — a trend looking to continue for at least the early part of 2021 — luxury hotels are turning to a new strategy to market their event space: elopements. MORE
Just as your doctor keeps you on track with age-appropriate health checks and tips, you should practice financial fitness for every stage of your life.?. Personal Finance MORE
In response to the mortgage foreclosure crisis, the Supreme Court of Florida established a statewide mandatory mediation program for residential mortgage foreclosures. MORE
The Attorney General of Washington state is seeking to increase the penalty for violating the state’s consumer protection act by more than 500%, claiming that the increase is overdue because the fine limit has not been increased since the state law went into effect five decades ago. MORE
The following is an excerpt from our recent ebook, Ten Critical Questions: The Buyer’s Guide to Digital Debt Collection Solutions. To download the full ebook, click here. MORE
While not a lot may be known about Dave Uejio, the acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, he is not looking to just keep the director’s seat warm for Rohit Chopra, who has been tapped by President Biden to be the next director of the agency, according to a published report. MORE
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If you're in sales, and we all are, you've heard the expression that it's cheaper to retain a customer than to get a new one. Sales and marketing is expensive and retention is easier because the relationship has already been established. MORE
President Joe Biden named temporary heads to the three major government agencies regulating the accounts receivable management industry — the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the Federal Communications Commission, and the Federal Trade Commission. MORE
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following article was originally published by Jamie Welsh at Harvest Strategy Group and is re-published here with the company’s permission. MORE
Nope, you aren’t imagining things- it really is that hard getting paid at the moment! The old January hangover- happens every time. This January however seems to be worse than normal so if you are chasing outstanding invoices from last year, just know that you most certainly are not alone. So now that we have identified the problem, how do we fix it? Good question! I thought you’d never ask! Here are some things to try: – Sell them 2020 closure. MORE
100 It’s hard to afford a house if you’re a first-time buyer. The Biden administration has a plan for that: giving first-timers up to $15,000 to apply toward a down payment. Frustrated would-be homeowners might favor that proposed solution. But it almost surely would drive house prices even higher. MORE
As the coronavirus, resultant lockdowns, and their effect continue to press every sector of society, lawyers continue to respond to what they hope is a blip. Only , it’s not a blip. But, that has very little to do with COVID-19. The pandemic has only accelerated a trend that was already occurring. MORE
In traditional lending and loan servicing, it is commonplace for loans to be assumed, assigned, or sold. Most lenders are likely familiar with these servicing actions, and many lenders have their own requirements and procedures for handling each of them. MORE
It happens. A collections notice shows up, a debt collector starts calling or you find a negative report on your credit history, but you know you paid the account in question. Can you sue a company for sending you to collections for money you didn’t owe? MORE
Construction input prices remained relatively low during the latter half of 2020, but December's nearly 2% increase in pricing has nonresidential contractors concerned.Nonresidential construction input prices were the cause behind the unexpected increase, with a annual change of 2.7%, according to Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). MORE
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This is the second article in a two-part discussion of recent actions by the Federal Communications Commission. It provides an overview of two more recent FCC Orders that clarify the law regarding the 2014 Order and Section 6409(a) of the 2012 Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act. MORE
There is likely a mentor in your past who told you to make sure that you don’t give away the farm when talking to potential clients. The idea is to leave them wanting more. That’s bad advice. If you leave legal consumers wanting more in 2020, they will go find another attorney. MORE
As of January 19, 2021, two vaccines have been authorized for emergency use by the FDA, with two additional vaccines nearing the end of clinical trials. With vaccines now available, employers are questioning whether they can require employees to be vaccinated and what legal considerations may exist. MORE
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I’m thrilled to announce that Bedard Law Group is the new sponsor for the Compliance Digest. Bedard Law Group, P.C. – Compliance Support – Defense Litigation – Nationwide Complaint Management – Turnkey Speech Analytics. MORE
For products in its class, the Chase Freedom® Student credit card gets good marks, thanks in part to its credit-building features and solid incentives. MORE
by Jeff Sovern. My new article is now up on SSRN: Six Scandals: Why We Need Consumer Protection Laws Instead of Just Markets. Here' is the abstract: Markets are powerful mechanisms for serving consumers. Some critics of regulation have suggested that markets also provide consumer protection: for example, Nobel Prize-winning economist Milton Friedman said “Consumers don’t have to be hemmed in by rules and regulations. They’re protected by the market itself.” MORE
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If you’re unsure about an inquiry from DSNB Bloom on your credit report, the following information can help. DSNB Bloom is the credit reporting code for a Bloomingdale’s credit card offered through Department Stores National Bank. The entry was most likely triggered by a credit card application. MORE
As of November 2020, the IRS had received more than 168 million tax returns for the 2019 tax year. More than 72 million—roughly 42%—were self-prepared tax returns. Discover how to do taxes yourself in the guide below so you can decide if self-preparation is the way to go for you. MORE
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It’s safe to say 2020 was a pretty hard year for everyone financially. Even if your wallet hasn’t taken a hit in the last few months it’s likely either your employer or someone in your family has found themselves stretched financially by the effects of COVID. No point dwelling on the past, though. MORE
Around 630,000 businesses were experiencing significant financial distress in the last quarter of 2020, ahead of the current lockdown, according to research by the restructuring firm Begbies Traynor. MORE
The Covid-19 Pandemic has been wreaking havoc on businesses across the country for almost a full year now, and while there may finally be some light at the end of the tunnel, a return to anything resembling life in 2019 is a long shot at best for most small businesses. MORE
UK debt collections
JANUARY 25, 2021
Around 630,000 businesses were experiencing significant financial distress in the last quarter of 2020, ahead of the current lockdown, according to research by the restructuring firm Begbies Traynor.
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
JANUARY 24, 2021
There is likely a mentor in your past who told you to make sure that you don’t give away the farm when talking to potential clients. The idea is to leave them wanting more. That’s bad advice. If you leave legal consumers wanting more in 2020, they will go find another attorney.
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Collect More
JANUARY 20, 2021
Nope, you aren’t imagining things- it really is that hard getting paid at the moment! The old January hangover- happens every time. This January however seems to be worse than normal so if you are chasing outstanding invoices from last year, just know that you most certainly are not alone. So now that we have identified the problem, how do we fix it? Good question! I thought you’d never ask! Here are some things to try: – Sell them 2020 closure.
Burr Forman
JANUARY 19, 2021
As of January 19, 2021, two vaccines have been authorized for emergency use by the FDA, with two additional vaccines nearing the end of clinical trials. With vaccines now available, employers are questioning whether they can require employees to be vaccinated and what legal considerations may exist.
Credit Corp
JANUARY 21, 2021
It happens. A collections notice shows up, a debt collector starts calling or you find a negative report on your credit history, but you know you paid the account in question. Can you sue a company for sending you to collections for money you didn’t owe?
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
JANUARY 19, 2021
As the coronavirus, resultant lockdowns, and their effect continue to press every sector of society, lawyers continue to respond to what they hope is a blip. Only , it’s not a blip. But, that has very little to do with COVID-19. The pandemic has only accelerated a trend that was already occurring.
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Kasasa
JANUARY 22, 2021
Just as your doctor keeps you on track with age-appropriate health checks and tips, you should practice financial fitness for every stage of your life.?. Personal Finance
Nerd Wallet
JANUARY 21, 2021
It’s hard to afford a house if you’re a first-time buyer. The Biden administration has a plan for that: giving first-timers up to $15,000 to apply toward a down payment. Frustrated would-be homeowners might favor that proposed solution. But it almost surely would drive house prices even higher.
Public Citizen
JANUARY 21, 2021
by Paul Alan Levy. In a decision issued his afternoon, Judge Barbara Rothstein has denied a motion by the infamous web site Parler seeking a preliminary injunction compelling Amazon to reverse its decision to terminate its hosting of Parker web site.
Jimerson Firm
JANUARY 20, 2021
In response to the mortgage foreclosure crisis, the Supreme Court of Florida established a statewide mandatory mediation program for residential mortgage foreclosures.
Account Recovery
JANUARY 25, 2021
I’m thrilled to announce that Bedard Law Group is the new sponsor for the Compliance Digest. Bedard Law Group, P.C. – Compliance Support – Defense Litigation – Nationwide Complaint Management – Turnkey Speech Analytics.
True Accord
JANUARY 19, 2021
The following is an excerpt from our recent ebook, Ten Critical Questions: The Buyer’s Guide to Digital Debt Collection Solutions. To download the full ebook, click here.
Credit Corp
JANUARY 18, 2021
It’s safe to say 2020 was a pretty hard year for everyone financially. Even if your wallet hasn’t taken a hit in the last few months it’s likely either your employer or someone in your family has found themselves stretched financially by the effects of COVID. No point dwelling on the past, though.
PBWT
JANUARY 19, 2021
In 2019, we began following a Circuit split regarding a secured creditor’s obligation to return collateral that it lawfully repossessed pre-petition after receiving notice of a debtor’s bankruptcy filing.
Jimerson Firm
JANUARY 19, 2021
In traditional lending and loan servicing, it is commonplace for loans to be assumed, assigned, or sold. Most lenders are likely familiar with these servicing actions, and many lenders have their own requirements and procedures for handling each of them.
Account Recovery
JANUARY 25, 2021
While not a lot may be known about Dave Uejio, the acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, he is not looking to just keep the director’s seat warm for Rohit Chopra, who has been tapped by President Biden to be the next director of the agency, according to a published report.
Enterprise Recovery
JANUARY 22, 2021
If you're in sales, and we all are, you've heard the expression that it's cheaper to retain a customer than to get a new one. Sales and marketing is expensive and retention is easier because the relationship has already been established.
Nerd Wallet
JANUARY 20, 2021
As the number of large weddings and lavish receptions plummeted in 2020 — a trend looking to continue for at least the early part of 2021 — luxury hotels are turning to a new strategy to market their event space: elopements.
Credit Corp
JANUARY 19, 2021
As of November 2020, the IRS had received more than 168 million tax returns for the 2019 tax year. More than 72 million—roughly 42%—were self-prepared tax returns. Discover how to do taxes yourself in the guide below so you can decide if self-preparation is the way to go for you.
Jimerson Firm
JANUARY 22, 2021
This series has provided a high-level overview of various options and considerations available to lenders during the current uncertainty surrounding lending in the hospitality industry.
Account Recovery
JANUARY 22, 2021
MRS is pleased to announce that Kelly Feoli has been promoted to Executive Vice President of Operations, assuming responsibility for all third party operations as well as overseeing the Training Department and joining MRS’s Executive team.
Public Citizen
JANUARY 24, 2021
by Jeff Sovern. My new article is now up on SSRN: Six Scandals: Why We Need Consumer Protection Laws Instead of Just Markets. Here' is the abstract: Markets are powerful mechanisms for serving consumers. Some critics of regulation have suggested that markets also provide consumer protection: for example, Nobel Prize-winning economist Milton Friedman said “Consumers don’t have to be hemmed in by rules and regulations. They’re protected by the market itself.”
Nerd Wallet
JANUARY 22, 2021
For products in its class, the Chase Freedom® Student credit card gets good marks, thanks in part to its credit-building features and solid incentives.
Price Meese
JANUARY 19, 2021
This is the second article in a two-part discussion of recent actions by the Federal Communications Commission. It provides an overview of two more recent FCC Orders that clarify the law regarding the 2014 Order and Section 6409(a) of the 2012 Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act.
Jimerson Firm
JANUARY 20, 2021
Subcontractors are often stuck in a situation where the general contractor refuses to pay them because the general contractor has not been paid by the owner. In support of their refusal to pay, general contractors may rely on a “pay-if-paid” provision in the subcontract.
Account Recovery
JANUARY 22, 2021
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following article was originally published by Jamie Welsh at Harvest Strategy Group and is re-published here with the company’s permission.
Direct Recovery
JANUARY 22, 2021
The Covid-19 Pandemic has been wreaking havoc on businesses across the country for almost a full year now, and while there may finally be some light at the end of the tunnel, a return to anything resembling life in 2019 is a long shot at best for most small businesses.
Nerd Wallet
JANUARY 19, 2021
Though it’s increasingly legal, marijuana can still raise red flags for life insurance companies. While some insurers don’t mind covering you if you use pot, others will charge you higher rates or deny your application outright. About 22.2
Better Credit Blog
JANUARY 22, 2021
If you’re unsure about an inquiry from DSNB Bloom on your credit report, the following information can help. DSNB Bloom is the credit reporting code for a Bloomingdale’s credit card offered through Department Stores National Bank. The entry was most likely triggered by a credit card application.
NACM
JANUARY 18, 2021
Construction input prices remained relatively low during the latter half of 2020, but December's nearly 2% increase in pricing has nonresidential contractors concerned.Nonresidential construction input prices were the cause behind the unexpected increase, with a annual change of 2.7%, according to Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC).
Account Recovery
JANUARY 22, 2021
President Joe Biden named temporary heads to the three major government agencies regulating the accounts receivable management industry — the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the Federal Communications Commission, and the Federal Trade Commission.
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