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CFPB Proposes Creation of Repeat Offender Registry

Account Recovery

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau yesterday issued a proposed rule that would require non-banks — such as debt collectors — to report enforcement actions and court orders to a public registry that would be used to detect repeat offenders and give the CFPB and other enforcement agencies insights to help it “take action to stop … The post CFPB Proposes Creation of Repeat Offender Registry first appeared on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Questions to Ask Your Mortgage Modification Lawyer

Sawin & Shea

Many people struggle with asking for help from a mortgage modification lawyer when they truly need it. And when it comes to needing financial help, that task is even more difficult. There is a negative stigma associated with financial assistance that makes many people feel embarrassed or ashamed. Some may feel that others will judge them harshly or assume they are poor managers of their resources.

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Judge Grants MSJ For Defendant in FCRA Case Over Disputed Debts

Account Recovery

A District Court judge in Maryland has granted a defendant’s motion for summary judgment in a Fair Credit Reporting Act case, ruling the plaintiff’s claim that the defendant did not conduct a reasonable investigation was without merit and that the plaintiff did not produce enough evidence to make his case. A copy of the ruling … The post Judge Grants MSJ For Defendant in FCRA Case Over Disputed Debts first appeared on AccountsRecovery.net.

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5 Ways to Handle Debt During Inflation

Nerd Wallet

Tiffany Curtis writes for NerdWallet. Email: tcurtis@nerdwallet.com. The article 5 Ways to Handle Debt During Inflation originally appeared on NerdWallet.

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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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Class Accuses CRA of Allowing Furnisher to Change DOFD

Account Recovery

EDITOR’S NOTE: This article is part of a series that is sponsored by WebRecon. WebRecon identifies serial plaintiffs lurking in your database BEFORE you contact them and expose yourself to a likely lawsuit. Protect your company from as many as one in three new consumer lawsuits by scrubbing your consumers through WebRecon first. Want to learn more? Call … The post Class Accuses CRA of Allowing Furnisher to Change DOFD first appeared on AccountsRecovery.net.

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CCMR3 Acquires HealthCare-I, L.L.C.

Account Recovery

SYRACUSE, N.Y., Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ –CCMR3, a leading provider of accounts receivable and collection services, has acquired Healthcare-I, L.L.C. (HCI), a healthcare receivables management company. Since 1992, HCI has specialized in healthcare debt recoveries, offering consulting services to business offices and insurance claims management.

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How a Data Nerd Approaches DIY Home Improvement Projects

Nerd Wallet

Elizabeth Renter writes for NerdWallet. Email: elizabeth@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @elizabethrenter. The article How a Data Nerd Approaches DIY Home Improvement Projects originally appeared on NerdWallet.

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Daily Digest – December 13. Class Action Accuses CRA Of Allowing Furnisher to Change DOFD; CFPB Proposes Creation of Repeat Offender Registry

Account Recovery

CLASS ACTION ACCUSES CRA OF ALLOWING FURNISHER TO CHANGE DOFD A class-action complaint has been filed against one of the three major credit reporting agencies, accusing it of violating the Fair Credit Reporting Act because it allowed a furnisher to change the date of first delinquency on the plaintiffs’ tradelines so that the debt in … The post Daily Digest – December 13.

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TravelSafe Insurance Review

Nerd Wallet

Are you wondering whether or not you should buy travel insurance? There are several travel insurance companies out there offering protection from unexpected events like illness, flight cancellations and lost baggage. TravelSafe insurance is one such provider — it features a range of protections to give you peace of mind when on the road. Let’s. Carissa Rawson writes for NerdWallet.

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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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FCC Proposes Fines Against 12 Carriers for Not Reporting to Reassigned Number Database

Account Recovery

The Enforcement Bureau of the Federal Communications Commission yesterday announced it was proposing fines against 12 different telecom companies for not submitting information to the Reassigned Number Database soon enough. The fines range from as low as $30,000 to as high as $93,000 and fault the carriers for going as long as 15 months without … The post FCC Proposes Fines Against 12 Carriers for Not Reporting to Reassigned Number Database first appeared on AccountsRecovery.net.

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What To Do if Your Trusted Traveler Application Is Denied (TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, SENTRI)

Nerd Wallet

Trusted traveler programs rely on interviews, government data and other systems to verify your information and grant entry to these expedited services. There are several reasons why people may not qualify or may have their status revoked. Unfortunately, mistakes also occur. Here is a rundown of why your TSA PreCheck, Global Entry or SENTRI status. Ramsey Qubein writes for NerdWallet.

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Bailiffs forced to wear body cameras under new laws

UK debt collections

Bailiffs will be forced to wear body cameras to protect vulnerable people struggling with debt, the Government has announced. The move is aimed at safeguarding households from “rogue” debt collectors who deploy threatening behaviour on their visits to squeeze cash out of families. Private debt collectors and enforcement agents, most commonly known as bailiffs, visit homes to collect a range of debts including unpaid fines and tax bills.

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CarePlus Medicare Advantage 2023 Review

Nerd Wallet

Kate Ashford, CSA® writes for NerdWallet. Email: kashford@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @kateashford. The article CarePlus Medicare Advantage 2023 Review originally appeared on NerdWallet.

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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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Prepared Statement of Director Rohit Chopra before the House Committee on Financial Services

Consumer Finance

The prepared statement of CFPB Director Rohit Chopra before the House Committee on Financial Services on December 14, 2022.

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CFPB Publishes Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Signaling Intent to Create Registry of Repeat Offenders

Troutman Sanders

As a further reflection of its recent emphasis on “repeat offenders,” on December 12, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) published a proposed rule with request for public comment that would require certain nonbank covered entities (with exclusions for insured depository institutions and credit unions) that are under certain final public orders issued by a federal, state, or local agency in connection with the offering or provision of a consumer financial product or service to report

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Digital Collections: 7 Things That Can Make You More Successful

Fico Collections

Home. Blog. FICO. Digital Collections: 7 Things That Can Make You More Successful. Digital collections isn't a new concept, but it has taken on additional relevance in the current economic environment. Here are some tips for success. FICO Admin. Tue, 07/02/2019 - 02:45. by Ulrich Wiesner. expand_less Back To Top. Tue, 12/13/2022 - 10:40. This story of digital collections starts with Steve Jobs.

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Infographic | Web 3.0 – Cryptos, NFTs, smart contracting

On Guard

The economic world is upside down in 2022. Concerns about inflation and energy prices are high and the business world is keeping a close eye on the financial situation in the Netherlands. A good time to scrutinise the economic system and give space to new technologies. Because interest in blockchain technology, crypto, NFTs, tokens and smart contracting is growing.

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You Put in a Full Work Week. Shouldn’t Your Collections Software Do the Same?

Discover a modern, cloud-based collection system that never takes a rest day. MeridianLink® Collect is an intuitive platform with advanced customization options developed to simplify the collections process. Here are four ways MeridianLink Collect can support your team: Omnichannel communications Compliance rules & checklists Workflows & queues One interface with supporting integrations And that’s just the start.

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Biometric Security Crucial for Fraud Protection and CX

Fico Collections

Home. Blog. FICO. Biometric Security Crucial for Fraud Protection and CX. Because customers value ease of use and good fraud protection most, FIs must balance scam protection with making things easy for good customers – but not TOO easy. FICO Admin. Tue, 07/02/2019 - 02:45. by Sarah Rutherford. expand_less Back To Top. Tue, 12/13/2022 - 11:20. Customers Prefer Easy & Safe.

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Prepared Statement of Director Rohit Chopra before the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs

Consumer Finance

The prepared statement of CFPB Director Rohit Chopra before the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs on December 14, 2022.

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Justice of the Peace Harris County Precinct 1 Place 1 #2

Busby Lee

Justice of the Peace Harris County Precinct 1 Place 1 Have you been sued by a creditor in Justice of the Peace Harris County Precinct 1 Place 1? You have options! Read below to see your various options. Did you know that creditors have filed… The post Justice of the Peace Harris County Precinct 1 Place 1 #2 appeared first on Bankruptcy Blog.

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The Payment Ecosystem Explained: How Your Business Gets Paid

PDC Flow

All companies take payments but many don’t understand how the payment industry works behind-the-scenes. The digital payments landscape is complex, and with new technologies emerging, the greater payment ecosystem continues to evolve. It’s true you don’t need to be a payment expert to run a business, manage an office or head up an accounts receivable team.

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The Power of Storytelling in Risk Management

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.

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Inflation is Slowing, But Not Enough for Fed

NACM

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) report revealed a 7.1% rise in prices year over year in November, down from 7.7% in October and the 9.1% peak in June, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This is the fifth straight month prices have declined, but experts are hesitant to start celebrating too soon."Even if inflation is waning, the global.

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