Account Recovery

APRIL 8, 2021

In a case that was defended by Robbie Malone and Xerxes Martin of Malone Frost Martin, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has determined that a plaintiff in a Fair Debt Collection Practices Act case is not entitled to have his attorney’s fees paid by the defendant, because he settled his case before it could … The post Appeals Court Rules Settlement Does Not Entitle Plaintiff to Attorney’s Fees appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Nerd Wallet

APRIL 8, 2021

If you itemize deductions on your income taxes, Medicare costs, such as premiums and copayments, may be deductible. Your unreimbursed medical and dental expenses, including premiums, deductibles, copayments and other Medicare expenses, may be deductible to the extent that they exceed 7.5% of your adjusted gross income. Premiums for Medicare Part B and Part D.

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Account Recovery

APRIL 8, 2021

A bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives that seeks to cut off any debt collector from receiving additional funds under the Paycheck Protection Program if that collector has been found to have violated any provision of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act by a federal agency or an action brought in a … The post Bill Introduced to Keep ‘Predatory’ Collectors From Accessing PPP Loans appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Nerd Wallet

APRIL 8, 2021

You’re out to dinner with friends when the bill arrives. “Let me get that,” you say as you toss your metal credit card onto the table, where it lands with a satisfying thud. You’re not one of the plastic masses. You possess the elegance, confidence and possibly even the shoulder pads of one of those. Sara Rathner writes for NerdWallet. Email: srathner@nerdwallet.com.

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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.

Account Recovery

APRIL 8, 2021

GETTING TO KNOW DEREK HOLLIS OF WILLIAMS & FUDGE Like many, Derek Hollis didn’t like it when people used to ask him what he did for a living. But an epiphany he had one day changed all of that and now he looks forward to being asked what he does for a living so he … The post Daily Digest – April 8. Getting to Know Derek Hollis of Williams & Fudge; Appeals Court Rules Settlement Does Not Entitle Plaintiff to Attorney’s Fees appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Account Recovery

APRIL 8, 2021

Alexandria, VA-based accounts receivable firm, Nationwide Credit Corporation (NCC), makes a difference in our community through service towards charitable organizations and continued engagement in local initiatives and legislation impacting our industry. NCC is currently sponsoring New Hope Housing’s Celebrity Bingo Night hosted by television and fashion celebrity, Monte Durham, on Thursday, April 22, 2021.

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Nerd Wallet

APRIL 8, 2021

TAP Portugal is the flag carrier of Portugal, headquartered in the capital city of Lisbon. TAP Portugal offers one premium cabin, which it refers to as Executive Class. This class offers two tiers: Executive and Top Executive, and is the airline’s equivalent of business class and first class. Flying in these premium cabins gives you. Dan Miller writes for NerdWallet.

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Account Recovery

APRIL 8, 2021

The “Getting to Know” series is sponsored by Applied Innovation. Applied Innovation is helping to shape the future of accounts receivable management. Product development is driven by customer feedback, agency profitability and compliance and includes platforms addressing client portal access, document management, payment negotiation, Regulation E focused electronic payment authorizations and TCPA communication authorization platforms. … The post Getting to Know Derek Hollis of

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Nerd Wallet

APRIL 8, 2021

If you’re thinking about starting a business, more specifically a service business, you’re part of a growing workforce demographic. Experts disagree on the exact size of today’s gig economy, but research from Intuit suggests that the population of independent, service-based business owners made up as much as 34% of the total U.S. workforce in 2017. Meredith Wood writes for NerdWallet.

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Credit Corp

APRIL 8, 2021

Utility bills are an inescapable part of modern life. Before COVID-19 , heating, cooling, lighting, cooking, electronic gadgets and other mod cons cost average American families $115 per month. Then people began working from home during the pandemic, their energy bills rose accordingly. So, how can you protect yourself from utility bill increases in an ever-shifting world?

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Nerd Wallet

APRIL 8, 2021

The U.S. suicide rate has risen dramatically in recent years, and certified money coach Tammy Lally of Washington, D.C., is convinced money shame is a contributing factor. Lally’s brother died by suicide in 2007 after receiving a foreclosure notice. Shortly afterward, Lally’s mortgage business collapsed in the Great Recession. She says she went from driving.

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Fico Collections

APRIL 8, 2021

Over the last year, the global pandemic has profoundly impacted fraud trends , with financial criminals feasting on a desperate stew of consumer loneliness, financial difficulties, boredom and desperation. A few months ago my colleague TJ Horan blogged about money muling , a crime in which unsuspecting folks are duped into illegally transferring ill-gotten funds on behalf of criminals, unwittingly acting as a cog in the vast machinery of financial thievery.

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Nerd Wallet

APRIL 8, 2021

The value of Asia Miles with Cathay Pacific typically depends on your particular needs as a traveler, but there are options for better redemption value if you know where to look. Award flights booked with Asia Miles are available around the world. You can book on Cathay Pacific’s own flights or on one of several partners, Bethany Walsh writes for NerdWallet.

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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?

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The Kaplan Group

APRIL 8, 2021

Bet365 License Plate April 2021. They supply a wide range of horse racing and sports reside-streaming to their large customer base of forty five million. ABC Investigations has obtained a screenshot of Mr Laidlaw’s account details from inside bet365. It reveals that he has been successfully banned from betting with the company. The reality is revealed by a secret algorithm that classifies Daniel as a profitable punter and due to this fact a risk to the corporate’s income.

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Nerd Wallet

APRIL 8, 2021

Working from home is often a combination of comfort and chaos. “Where people spend their time really matters,” says Matthew A. Finn, founder of Cognitive Design in Atlanta. “It makes a big difference to your quality of life … and it really influences your behavior and your health.” Finn’s architectural work is influenced by his. Hal M. Bundrick, CFP writes for NerdWallet.

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Collection Industry News

APRIL 8, 2021

Wednesday, April 7, 2021-Chicago- Commercial Collection Agencies of America is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Kurt Albright to the Independent Standards Board effective immediately. Albright was recently approved by his Standards Board peers. “We are grateful that Kurt has joined the Board, as he brings a depth of knowledge and expertise that can only enhance the organization” commented Manny Newburger, Barron & Newburger PC and Chair of the Independent Standards Board.

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Nerd Wallet

APRIL 8, 2021

ConciergeKey is the top tier of the American Airlines AAdvantage elite status program. Haven’t heard of it before? That’s because according to their published elite status levels, the highest level is AAdvantage Executive Platinum. However, this secret tier, while being harder to earn, offers richer benefits, like private transport around an airport.

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Troutman Sanders

APRIL 8, 2021

David Anthony , a partner in Troutman Pepper’s Consumer Financial Services Practice Group, was recently elected a Fellow in the American College of Consumer Financial Services Lawyers. The College is a professional association of lawyers who have made significant contributions to the field of consumer financial services law, exhibit great skill and expertise in handling consumer financial services matters, and are dedicated to improving the practice of consumer financial services law.

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Nerd Wallet

APRIL 8, 2021

Retail businesses have unique challenges, not the least of which is business accounting — especially for inventory. Discover the ins and outs of retail accounting to help you stay on top of your bottom line. » MORE: NerdWallet’s best small-business apps Understanding retail accounting The term “retail accounting” is a bit of a misnomer. Retail accounting.

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Consumer Financial Services Law

APRIL 8, 2021

By Caren D. Enloe On April 6th, the CFPB announced its proposal to postpone the effective date of the Debt Collection Rule. Originally scheduled to take effect November 30, 2021, the CFPB now proposes that the Rule become effective on January 29, 2022. According to the CFPB, the "proposed delay would allow stakeholders affected by the pandemic additional time to review and implement the rules.

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Nerd Wallet

APRIL 8, 2021

Running your farm is hard work. After a long day out in the fields or in the barn, the last thing you want to think about is your business accounting. But, just like any other business owner, having accurate accounting records for your farm is crucial to your financial success. And, just like other business owners, Billie Anne Grigg writes for NerdWallet.

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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.

Burr Forman

APRIL 8, 2021

In a closely-watched case, the Supreme Court on Monday ruled 6-2 that Google’s copying of over 11,000 lines of Oracle’s application programming interface (API) code was permissible fair use under copyright law. Writing for the majority, Justice Breyer declined to answer the underlying question of whether Oracle’s code is copyrightable, assuming that it is for the fair use analysis.

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Nerd Wallet

APRIL 8, 2021

The best accounting software for software-as-a-service (SaaS) companies offer: Scalability: Most SaaS companies are growth-minded, meaning you need accounting software that can keep up with your business as it expands. Automation: SaaS is a fast-paced industry. Nobody wants to spend all their time doing accounting, so you need a solution that is as high-tech as.

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CSA

APRIL 8, 2021

The CSA has further invested in its Learning & Development offering with the appointment of education specialist, Jane Peacock. The Credit Services Association (CSA), the trade association for the debt collection industry,?has appointed Jane Peacock to act as an Independent Non-Executive Director on its board. She will specialise in Further Education and Apprenticeships, bringing a fresh perspective to help shape qualifications and ensure they are fit for the future.

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Nerd Wallet

APRIL 8, 2021

As the vaccine rollout continues across the U.S., many Americans are ready to get out on the road and put their vacation hats back on. If you’re planning a road trip this spring, the Chase Freedom Flex? and eligible Discover cards can make it cheaper to keep your gas tank full. From April 1 to June. Funto Omojola writes for NerdWallet. Email: fomojola@nerdwallet.com.

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