Thu.Jun 08, 2023

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Transfinancial Companies Capitalize on Skit.ai to Modernize Debt Collection Processes while Enhancing Consumer Experience 

Account Recovery

Leveraging on Skit.ai’s Voice AI technology, the company has recorded over 53% engagement and an impressive 25% RPC, underlining the swift consumer adoption of Voice AI. New York (June 8, 2023) – Skit.ai the leading Conversational Voice AI solution provider in the Account Receivable Management (ARM) sector, announced its partnership with Transfinancial Companies LLC.

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How Do Credit Scores Work?

Credit Corp

In July 2016, the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) and VantageScore Solutions reported that most consumers—more than 80%—knew basic facts about their credit scores, including that credit scores are used by lenders to approve or deny mortgages and by credit card issuers to approve or deny credit cards. While it’s good that most people know the importance of credit scores, the same survey found that many consumers don’t understand credit score details.

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Getting to Know Scott Dellaventura of Tobin & Marohn

Account Recovery

Given the opportunity to do anything else, Scott Dellaventura would still choose to be a lawyer. Knowing you have found your calling really allows people to flourish, and Scott is no different. In the courtroom or in the office working on a compliance management system, he is equally comfortable and successful.

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Colorado Passes Legislation Seeking to Stop State-Chartered Banks from Preempting Colorado’s Usury Limit

Troutman Sanders

As discussed here , in April 2023, Colorado introduced HB 1229 that proposed to limit certain charges on consumer loans and simultaneously opt Colorado out of sections 521-523 of the Depository Institutions Deregulation and Monetary Control Act (DIDMCA). Sections 521-523 of DIDMCA empower state banks, insured state and federal savings associations and state credit unions to charge the interest allowed by the state where they are located, regardless of where the borrower is located and regardless

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From Complexity to Clarity: Strategies for Effective Compliance and Security Measures

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.

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State Appeals Court Affirms Denial of Certification in FDCPA Class Action

Account Recovery

A state Appeals Court in Georgia has affirmed a lower court’s denial of class certification in a Fair Debt Collection Practices Act case, ruling the plaintiff failed adequately assess the size of the class, thus not meeting the numerosity component required for certification. A copy of the ruling in the case of Cagle v.

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Bracing for the End of Student Loan Payment Moratorium

Account Recovery

The moratorium on student loan payments is coming to an end, and there are probably plenty of people in the accounts receivable management industry who are happy about that — most notably companies that specialize in collecting on unpaid student loans.

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CFPB’s War on Junk Fees

Troutman Sanders

Please join Troutman Pepper Partners Chris Willis and Jason Cover as they discuss the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) recent special edition Supervisory Highlights focused on “junk fees.” Chris and Jason dive into the report and talk about how this fits into the CFPB’s broader initiative on junk fees, what exactly constitutes a junk fee, the types of fees the CFPB identifies as problematic, if this means that creditors can’t charge any of these fees, and steps to take to mitigate

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Daily Digest – June 8. Getting to Know Scott Dellaventura of Tobin & Marohn; Seventh Circuit Reverses Ruling on Standing

Account Recovery

GETTING TO KNOW SCOTT DELLAVENTURA OF TOBIN & MAROHN Given the opportunity to do anything else, Scott Dellaventura would still choose to be a lawyer. Knowing you have found your calling really allows people to flourish, and Scott is no different.

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Here are some of the best debt collection methods to consider maintaining positive relationships with your clients

Collection Industry News

1. Communication and negotiation: Begin by establishing open lines of communication with the debtor. Maintain a professional and courteous tone throughout your interactions. Try to understand their perspective and offer flexible repayment options or settlements that can help resolve the debt amicably. 2. Written demands: Send written demands for payment, outlining the details of the debt, including the amount owed, due dates, and any applicable interest or late fees.

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When It Comes to Collections Software, “Good Enough” Isn’t Good Enough

Are you finding some snags in your collections process? With delinquencies, and the number of consumers looking for payment assistance on the rise, it may be time to consider an efficient cloud-based software to support your team. Learn how MeridianLink® Collect has helped financial institutions like yours streamline collections processes.

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Seventh Circuit Reverses Ruling on Standing in FDCPA Class Action

Account Recovery

Ruh Roh, Raggy, the worm on standing may have finally turned.

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American Express® Gold Card Review: Should You Apply?

Credit Corp

Editorial Note: Any opinions, analyses, reviews or recommendations expressed in this article are those of the author’s alone, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any card issuer. card_name – is it worth it? Yes, especially if you foresee dining and travel in your future. The annual fee for the card_name can be expensive at annual_fees.

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EV and the Future of Hyper-Personalized Automotive Experiences

Fico Collections

Home Blog Feed test EV and the Future of Hyper-Personalized Automotive Experiences Steve Greenfield, CEO and Founder of Automotive Ventures, discusses how electric vehicles will drive hyper-personalization in this Q&A from FICO Mastermind Wed, 04/12/2023 - 22:39 JenniferPiccinino@fico.com by FICO expand_less Back to top Thu, 06/08/2023 - 16:20 The FICO Mastermind event is an event for executives, influencers and decision-makers in the vehicle finance industry.

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Capital One Platinum Credit Card Review: Should You Apply?

Credit Corp

card_name Editorial Note: Any opinions, analyses, reviews or recommendations expressed in this article are those of the author’s alone, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any card issuer. In a snapshot: the card_name is a great option if you have a lower credit score (below 629) and need access to a line of credit that can help you build better credit. card_name is a great option to consider if you currently have low credit and are worried about being able to pay a dep

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ERM Program Fundamentals for Success in the Banking Industry

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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How To Use Paypal In-store Without Card

Payment Savvy

PayPal has become a popular payment option for many people. It’s fast, convenient, and secure. But did you know that you can also use PayPal in-store without a card? In this guide, we’ll discuss how to use PayPal in-store without a card, where you can find stores that accept PayPal, and some of the additional benefits you can get when you use PayPal.

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Whitepaper | The next generation of finance

On Guard

How finance professionals can embrace and utilise the latest technologies Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) have become increasingly prominent in the financial world in recent years, with innovations such as chatbot assistants, fraud detection and automated processes. The pace of these digital developments is unprecedented, with technologies like Web3 enabling organisations to work in a decentralised, distributed and democratic manner.