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Troutman Sanders
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
On November 2, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) released a blog post, exploring the potential impact of student loan payment reinstatement. The CFPB found that student loan borrowers are increasingly likely to struggle once their monthly student loan payments are reinstated.
Better Credit Blog
APRIL 3, 2022
Portfolio Recovery will buy old debt for pennies on the dollar. By purchasing old debt, Portfolio Recovery becomes the debt collector, gambling that it can collect on the debt and make a profit. When you hear from Portfolio Recovery (or any other debt collector), let the agency know that you know your rights.
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Better Credit Blog
AUGUST 31, 2020
Having debt in collections can be downright overwhelming, especially when debt collectors bombard you with dozens of phone calls. Debt collectors are notorious for harassing consumers when they seek repayment, calling excessively and threatening to take actions that may not be legal. Table of Contents.
Troutman Sanders
MARCH 22, 2021
Department of Education announced that about 72,000 student loan borrowers, who were defrauded by their schools, will receive student loan forgiveness that could total $1 billion. On March 17, Virginia Attorney General Mark Herring announced a new law preventing garnishment or seizure of economic support payments.
Better Credit Blog
APRIL 1, 2022
A good credit score allows you to get better rates on car or mortgage loans just to name a few. If you fall into hard times, the inability to pay off your credit card bills or student loans can result in your debts being transferred to a debt collection agency. Debt Validation. Calling you before 8:00 A.M
Troutman Sanders
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
On November 9, the Department of Education (DOE) announced its plan to implement an oversight strategy of federal student loan servicers that provides several pathways for identifying problems that can harm borrowers, in real-time. For more information, click here. For more information, click here. For more information, click here.
Troutman Sanders
APRIL 19, 2021
On April 15, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced the first enforcement action taken under the new COVID-19 Consumer Protection Act (COVID-19 CPA), which imposes monetary penalties on violators. The company was operating without registering as a debt settlement service provider as required by Minnesota law.
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