Nerd Wallet
MARCH 3, 2022
Businesses buoyed by coronavirus relief funding may face a new wave of uncertainty this tax filing season as rules about how that money should be reported on federal and state income taxes continue to shift. Congress made coronavirus relief programs like the Paycheck Protection Program and the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant tax-exempt, while still allowing.
Public Citizen
MARCH 3, 2022
On March 9, as part of National Consumer Protection Week, the Federal Trade Commission and National Student Employment Association are presenting a free webinar called "What to Know About College Students, Cryptocurrencies, and Scams." Here is the description: You’ve probably heard of cryptocurrency, but do you know how it works? This webinar will go over the basics of cryptocurrency and common scams – and how it’s affecting twenty-somethings.
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Nerd Wallet
MARCH 3, 2022
Buy now, pay later loans generally do not affect people’s credit. These loans, typically offered at the point of sale, do not yet routinely appear on most credit reports. That means a good payment record on your buy now, pay later accounts won’t help you build credit. On the other hand, late payments typically won’t hurt. Bev O'Shea writes for NerdWallet.
Public Citizen
MARCH 3, 2022
A new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau report highlights "the complicated and burdensome nature of the medical billing system in the United States." The report reveals that the U.S. healthcare system is supported by a billing, payments, collections, and credit reporting infrastructure where mistakes are common, and where patients often have difficulty getting these errors corrected or resolved.
Speaker: Erika R. Bales, Esq.
When we talk about “compliance and security," most companies want to ensure that steps are being taken to protect what they value most – people, data, real or personal property, intellectual property, digital assets, or any other number of other things - and it’s more important than ever that safeguards are in place. Let’s step back and focus on the idea that no matter how complicated the compliance and security regime, it should be able to be distilled down to a checklist.
Nerd Wallet
MARCH 3, 2022
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Nerd Wallet
MARCH 3, 2022
A 705 credit score is within the “good” band on the common credit score range of 300 to 850. A good credit score ranges from 690 to 719, and a 705 score sits right in the middle. That means you have room to build your score, but any missteps might drop you closer to the. Amanda Barroso writes for NerdWallet. Email: abarroso@nerdwallet.com. The article 705 Credit Score: Is It Good or Bad?
Troutman Sanders
MARCH 3, 2022
In Eggleston v. Reward Zone USA LLC , No. 2:20-cv-01027-SVW-KS (C.D. Cal. Jan. 28, 2022), the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California rejected the argument that text messages are “artificial or prerecorded voice messages” under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (the TCPA). The plaintiff, Lucine Trim, alleged that Reward Zone USA LLC (Reward Zone), sent spam advertisements and promotional offers to her cellphone via text message in violation of TCPA § 227(b).
Nerd Wallet
MARCH 3, 2022
AARP’s Medicare Supplement Insurance plans are insured exclusively by UnitedHealthcare. The AARP and UnitedHealthcare co-branded plans are available in every state and Washington, D.C. UnitedHealthcare is the largest provider of Medicare Supplement Insurance, or Medigap, and of Medicare Advantage plans [1]. AARP/UnitedHealthcare offers most Medigap plan types — often with multiple options for pricing.
Troutman Sanders
MARCH 3, 2022
Register Here Thursday, March 3 • 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. ET. FCRA litigation continues to increase. 2021 was a busy year, and 2022 seems poised for a further increase in litigation and regulatory actions. Please join us for a complimentary webinar to discuss the significant FCRA cases from 2021 and what is on the horizon for 2022.
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Nerd Wallet
MARCH 3, 2022
Plaid is a third-party service that provides the technology to connect your financial accounts and share their data with an app, service or company. You might choose to share your account information through Plaid in order to get access to a service or product like Venmo, Chime, Acorns, Truebill or NerdWallet’s app, for example. The. Melissa Lambarena writes for NerdWallet.
Troutman Sanders
MARCH 3, 2022
On March 1, the Supreme Court of California held oral arguments in Pulliam v. HNL Automotive, Inc. , No. S267576 (2021). The appeal may decide (at least under California state law) whether the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) “Holder Rule” permits a consumer to recover amounts beyond what he or she has paid to the holder, including — most importantly — the recovery of attorneys’ fees incurred in the case of a favorable ruling.
Nerd Wallet
MARCH 3, 2022
That car you leased three years ago probably has become a cash cow. But deciding what to do with that equity — and what to drive next — has become confusing. Before the car market was turned upside down by the pandemic, microchip shortages and supply chain disruptions, most people simply turned in their leased. Philip Reed writes for NerdWallet. Email: articles@nerdwallet.com.
On Guard
MARCH 3, 2022
Blockchain barriers. Blockchain has been on the radar of finance professionals for some time. This is due to its perceived potential to help revolutionise the financial world. But it’s also been plagued by the fact that it’s a poorly understood term. Just a few years ago, there was a feeling of hesitation among finance professionals to adopt it in their organisation.
Speaker: William Hord, Senior VP of Risk & Professional Services
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) is critical for industry growth in today’s fast-paced and ever-changing risk landscape. When building your ERM program foundation, you need to answer questions like: Do we have robust board and management support? Do we understand and articulate our bank’s risk appetite and how that impacts our business units? How are we measuring and rating our risk impact, likelihood, and controls to mitigate our risk?
Nerd Wallet
MARCH 3, 2022
Technically, you can buy a car without auto insurance, but you probably would not want to. If you don’t have insurance, more than likely, you won’t be able to legally drive away with your new purchase. Most states require proof of liability coverage to register a car, and the registration process typically begins at the. Benjamin Din writes for NerdWallet.
Recoverity
MARCH 3, 2022
Fair Capital is an effective and affordable full-service debt collection agency known for achieving maximum results professionally and ethically. ?. Fair Capital’s expertise in debt collection is framed by a proven track record, air-tight data security, full legal compliance, state-of-the-art technology and maximum brand protection for clients.
Nerd Wallet
MARCH 3, 2022
DUI and DWI both refer to driving while impaired, typically by alcohol or drugs. DUI stands for “driving under the influence” while DWI means “driving while intoxicated” or “driving while impaired.” Here’s what to know about how DUI and DWI convictions happen, how terms may vary by state, plus the impact a conviction may have. Ciarra Jones writes for NerdWallet.
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Nerd Wallet
MARCH 3, 2022
Hilton is one of the largest hotel chains in the world, with more than 6,500 properties to its name. It makes sense why you’d want to acquire elite status with this chain. Elite status unlocks opportunities such as room upgrades, daily food and beverage credits and additional bonus points. The only question is: Which level. Carissa Rawson writes for NerdWallet.
Nerd Wallet
MARCH 3, 2022
If you own a permanent life insurance policy such as whole life, you’ll likely be aware of its cash value account. A portion of your insurance premium funds this account, and the investment grows tax-deferred. Although it sounds great, this tax break comes with an asterisk. If you overfund the account by contributing too much. Georgia Rose writes for NerdWallet.
Troutman Sanders
MARCH 3, 2022
On February 23, the Wisconsin House passed Assembly Bill 957 (AB 957), a bill relating to consumer data protection. This legislation is based on the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA) and provides consumers with various rights about their data and imposes obligations on businesses. Wisconsin is the second state in 2022 to pass a consumer privacy bill out of a chamber, although numerous other states have introduced their own state comprehensive privacy bills.
Speaker: Dr. Karen Hardy, CEO and Chief Risk Officer of Strategic Leadership Advisors LLC
Communication is a core component of a resilient organization's risk management framework. However, risk communication involves more than just reporting information and populating dashboards, and we may be limiting our skillset. Storytelling is the ability to express ideas and convey messages to others, including stakeholders. When done effectively, it can help interpret complex risk environments for leaders and inform their decision-making.
Nerd Wallet
MARCH 3, 2022
Elite status members are usually an airline’s most valuable flyers. So, airlines try to incentivize current elites to remain loyal by offering perks such as upgrades, bonus miles, priority boarding and free baggage. Some airlines take this even further by making it easier to requalify for elite status by lowering status requirements or offering accelerated.
Nerd Wallet
MARCH 3, 2022
Credit card debt is expensive, and because you can keep spending on your card even when you owe a balance, your debt can grow fast. According to a 2021 NerdWallet study, U.S. households with revolving credit card debt pay an average of just over $1,000 in interest per year. Sometimes you need to take on debt. Sara Rathner writes for NerdWallet. Email: srathner@nerdwallet.com.
Nerd Wallet
MARCH 3, 2022
For both American and international travelers, Las Vegas is one of the most popular destinations in the U.S. Its casinos, restaurants and live entertainment attracted more than 32 million visitors in 2021. And Las Vegas has been the top trade show destination in the U.S. for 22 straight years. Whether you’re heading to Sin City. Lee Huffman writes for NerdWallet.
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