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Can a Lender Pursue Debt Collection After a Charge Off and 1099-C Issuance?

Jimerson Firm

When account owners have an account that reflects a negative balance, the lender is faced with a myriad of options and obligations with regard to the pursuit of that debt. Lenders that charge off a debt trigger issuance of the 1099-C when their defined policy leads the lender to discontinue collection activity and discharge a debt.

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Dealing with Debt Collectors

Debt Free Colorado

You have rights to help you gain control over your debt collection interactions. To learn more about pursuing your legal rights, contact your state’s local consumer agency. Because it is more limited than the federal FDCPA, the CFDCPA gives consumers stronger legal protection in several aspects.

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NJ Appellate Division Finds No Private Right of Action for Debt Purchaser’s Alleged Failure to Obtain State License

Troutman Sanders

The trial court granted summary judgment to the defendant on all claims finding that because the defendant was not a consumer lender it was not required to obtain the license at issue. Instead, the offending conduct was misrepresenting “that it had the legal right to collect on the account when it lacked the proper license to do so.”

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What Business Owners Should Know Before They Guarantee a Line of Credit

FFGN COLLECT NY

Most business owners have a line of credit with the bank but don’t realize that, as the business owner, they may be personally responsible for repaying any monies loaned. Often, especially in uncertain financial times, the bank will want someone to guarantee a line they might not otherwise make — usually the officer of the borrowing company.

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Personal Loans for Bad Credit

Better Credit Blog

Here are the top 6 lenders for the best personal loans with bad credit: PersonalLoans.com. First things first: Do not visit a payday or title lender. PersonalLoans.com is not a lender. It’s a marketplace where you can compare lenders. Access to multiple lenders with one application. BadCreditLoans.com. CashUSA.com.

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Does Paying Off Collections Improve Your Credit Score?

Credit Corp

If you’ve gotten behind on payments to a creditor or lender, your debt could be sent to collections after around 120 days of missed payments. Paying off collections can help your credit score if the lender reports to new credit scoring models, including FICO 9®, FICO 10®, VantageScore 3.0® ® and VantageScore 4.0®.

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What Is a Judgment?

Credit Corp

This decision details the rights, responsibilities, and obligations of each party. For example, if you fail to pay a debt, the lender can take you to court. Quasi in rem: Quasi in rem judgments consider the legal rights of individuals and not necessarily all parties involved. What Is a Judgment on Property?