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Can a Debt Collection Law Firm Act as a Debt Collection Agency?

FFGN COLLECT NY

When a debtor owes a creditor money and the creditor is seeking assistance collecting the amount owed, the creditor can either use a collection law firm or a collection agency. Both can send a demand letter and call the debtor to request the outstanding amount owed. Law firms and collection agencies serve the same purpose initially.

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The Wait is Over: New York Department of Financial Services Releases Debt Collection Rule Amendments

Troutman Sanders

On December 28, 2022, the New York Department of Financial Services released its debt collection rule amendments to 23 NYCRR 1, the regulation titled “Debt Collection by Third-Party Debt Collectors and Debt Buyers.” The initial proposed amendments were opened to public comment in late 2021.

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Importance Of Outsourcing Debt Collection Services

Taurus Collect

Effective Communication Skills: Skilled debt collectors understand the importance of maintaining professional, respectful communication with debtors. This not only increases the likelihood of debt recovery but also helps keep customer relationships intact. Persistence: Experienced debt collectors are persistent.

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Supreme Court says Congress must expand debt collection law

Roths Child Law

Santander bought the debt from a financier going through bankruptcy, which made Santander the owner of the debt. Fair Debt Collection Practices Act applies to third-party debt collectors that are collecting debts on behalf of creditors. As written, the U.S.

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Signs That You Need a Commercial Debt Collection Agency Urgently

Taurus Collect

Avoiding Communication : If a debtor consistently ignores your calls, letters, or emails, it might indicate they have no intention of paying. A debt collection agency can use its expertise to break this communication barrier. They can use proven strategies to encourage debtors to pay their dues promptly.

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What to Expect in New York Debt Collection Law in 2022

FFGN COLLECT NY

The new law has a direct impact on the collection of consumer claims within New York State and covers in-house collections efforts as well as those placed with a third-party debt collector including a collection attorney or agency.

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Modernizing Debt Collection During the Digital Age

Credit Management Company

During the COVID-19 pandemic, rules and regulations around debt collection came under the microscope, which led to an update allowing a more modern way of communicating within the industry. The basic rules of debt collection still stand: Hours of contact are between 8 a.m. Debt collectors are not allowed to threaten or harass.