Better Credit Blog

APRIL 4, 2022

Therefore, you’re in a good position when you tell the debt collector you are aware of The FDCPA and that any violation will be documented and forwarded to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) as well as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and your State Attorney General’s office. Try To Negotiate On Older Debts.

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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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FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Also know that there is no legal protection from creditors in a debt management plan. If a creditor does not want to participate, they can still pursue you in all the ways allowed by law including lawsuits and wage garnishments. Debt Settlement. Further, you can’t borrow your way out of debt.

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Troutman Sanders

JULY 26, 2021

On July 20, the House of Representatives passed the Consumer Protection and Recovery Act, which aims to revive the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) authority to return money to consumers harmed by companies found to engage in deceptive practices. For more information, click here. For more information, click here.

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