Account Recovery

AUGUST 2, 2021

It is possible that the surge in payments that many companies in the accounts receivable management industry have seen and received since the COVID-19 pandemic hit the United States nearly 17 months ago may likely be on the brink of ending, coinciding with the expiration of a moratorium on evictions that occurred yesterday. Now, $21 … The post The Rent is About to Come Due For Millions of Renters.

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Nerd Wallet

AUGUST 2, 2021

If you’re the parent of a young adult, you may be asked to co-sign for a car loan or an apartment lease. Before you agree, know what’s at stake — you could be putting your own financial security at risk. What co-signing really means When you co-sign, you become fully responsible for someone else’s debt. Bev O'Shea writes for NerdWallet. Email: boshea@nerdwallet.com.

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Account Recovery

AUGUST 2, 2021

I’m thrilled to announce that Bedard Law Group is the new sponsor for the Compliance Digest. Bedard Law Group, P.C. – Compliance Support – Defense Litigation – Nationwide Complaint Management – Turnkey Speech Analytics. And Our New BLG360 Program – Your Low Monthly Retainer Compliance Solution. Visit www.bedardlawgroup.com, email John H.

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Nerd Wallet

AUGUST 2, 2021

August mortgage rates forecast Mortgage rates won’t change much in August, but they’re more likely to edge down than to go up. I wouldn’t be surprised if the average rate on the 30-year fixed dips to 2.75% annual percentage rate at some point in August. The monthly average should end up somewhere between 2.8% and. Holden Lewis writes for NerdWallet.

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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

AUGUST 2, 2021

A District Court judge in Kansas has granted a petition from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to enforce an administrative order that assessed more than $50 million in fines and restitution against an online lender and its chief executive, even though the order has been appealed to the Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. … The post Judge Grants Petition from CFPB to Enforce $50M Order Against Payday Lender, CEO appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Account Recovery

AUGUST 2, 2021

CFPB ANNOUNCES NOV. 30 EFFECTIVE DATE FOR REGULATION F The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced on Friday that Regulation F will go into effect on November 30 as originally planned and will not delay the effective date of the rule until January 2022. JUDGE GRANTS DEFENDANT’S MOTION FOR SANCTIONS IN FDCPA CASE A District Court … The post Daily Digest – August 2.

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Nerd Wallet

AUGUST 2, 2021

Welcome to NerdWallet’s Smart Money podcast, where we answer your real-world money questions. This week’s episode is devoted to a conversation with Washington Post personal finance columnist and author Michelle Singletary. Liz and Sean discuss her new book, “What to do With Your Money When Crisis Hits,” and how her experience as a Black woman. Liz Weston writes for NerdWallet.

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Account Recovery

AUGUST 2, 2021

A District Court judge in Mississippi has granted a defendant’s motion for sanctions and ordered the plaintiff’s attorneys to repay the defendant for 16 months of legal fees in a Fair Debt Collection Practices Act case. A copy of the ruling in the case of Gordon v. United Medical Recovery can be accessed by clicking … The post Judge Grants Defendant’s Motion for Sanctions in FDCPA Case appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Nerd Wallet

AUGUST 2, 2021

Everyone loves a win-win situation. And that’s the case with charitable giving and its tax benefits — you can do good for others while also doing good for yourself. When giving to charity, you can lock in tax deductions and save money for your heirs. Consider the following charitable giving tax strategies to help minimize. Tiffany Lam-Balfour writes for NerdWallet.

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Troutman Sanders

AUGUST 2, 2021

Last month, we discussed ways lawmakers aim to limit ransomware response options that businesses may consider during an incident. State legislatures, such as New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Texas, have introduced bills that would prohibit certain entities from paying a ransom in the event of an attack. On July 27, Bryan Vordran, assistant director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) cyber division, told federal lawmakers that if the legislature bans ransom payments, it wil

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Nerd Wallet

AUGUST 2, 2021

Whether your flight has been canceled, your luggage is lost or you get sick or injured during your trip, travel insurance can protect you. But to get your benefits, you need to submit one or more travelers insurance claims, depending on your situation. Here’s how travel insurance claims work and what to watch out for. Lee Huffman writes for NerdWallet.

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Troutman Sanders

AUGUST 2, 2021

On July 22, U.S. District Judge Allyne Ross awarded summary judgment to a plaintiff who brought suit under the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (FDCPA). The victory, however, could be Pyrrhic. Over the course of 20 months of litigation, what began as a five-count purported class action was whittled down to one individual claim that yielded a $500 statutory damages award.

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Nerd Wallet

AUGUST 2, 2021

If you’re thinking about keeping your leased vehicle, or maybe buying it to resell, a lease buyout calculator can help with your decision. You can input information about your current lease to see these estimates: Total amount you will pay to buy out your car lease (whether you use cash or take a loan). The. Shannon Bradley writes for NerdWallet. Email: sbradley@nerdwallet.com.

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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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Troutman Sanders

AUGUST 2, 2021

On October 30, 2020, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB or the Bureau) released its long-awaited final debt collection rule — also known as Regulation F. The Bureau supplemented the rule on December 18, 2020 and both parts were adopted pursuant to the Bureau’s authority under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). On April 7, the CFPB issued a Notice of Proposed Rule Making (NPRM), which proposed delaying the effective date of the rule for 60 days.

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Nerd Wallet

AUGUST 2, 2021

If you’re looking for a simple, low-cost way to launch your website, there’s no doubt that you’ll be able to do that using Jimdo. With 12 distinct plans (10 paid and two free), Jimdo lets you choose the options best suited for your unique business needs — whether you’re creating a solely promotional website, or planning. Randa Kriss writes for NerdWallet.

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NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

AUGUST 2, 2021

As the COVID-19 pandemic begins to wane across the United States (maybe) , lots of folks are breathing cautious sighs of relief. It’s been a pretty crazy 16 months. Everybody is looking for a return to normalcy. But, your law firm shouldn’t be going back to normal. All those painful adjustments you made during the pandemic to get more digital, and to become more consumer friendly – make sure those stick around.

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Nerd Wallet

AUGUST 2, 2021

The Hilton loyalty program, Hilton Honors, is one of the big names when it comes to hotel rewards programs. With more than 6,500 properties in 119 countries and territories, members have a lot of options for earning and redeeming points. There are plenty of reasons to like Hilton Honors, including its 18 hotel brands, which span. Ramsey Qubein writes for NerdWallet.

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Burr Forman

AUGUST 2, 2021

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or “PFAS” as they are commonly known, are a group of thousands of man-made chemicals that have been manufactured in the United States and around the globe for several decades. These days, PFAS are a frequent topic of discussion for many environmental professionals, as affected clients make efforts to prepare themselves for seemingly inevitable regulation.

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Fico Collections

AUGUST 2, 2021

Will residents of the developing world thank their lucky stars as low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites start to usher in the next era of global digital transformation? Satellite internet service is just one of several off-world infrastructures currently in development. The most high-profile is probably SpaceX’s Starlink, closely followed by a competitive pack comprising Iridium, Boeing, Orbcomm, GlobalStar Amazon, OneWeb and Telesat, among others.

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NACM

AUGUST 2, 2021

The commercial shipping industry is on track to face a serious shortage of merchant sailors in five years if urgent action is not taken, according to the recent Seafarer Workforce Report from BIMCO and the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS).A merchant sailor shortage would further strain the already overwhelmed global supply chain. Commercial.

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Fraser

AUGUST 2, 2021

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights (“OCR”) recently issued a “ Notice of Interpetation ” confirming that Title IX protects students from harassment and discrimination based on their sexual orientation and/or gender identity. This guidance is consistent with the 2020 Supreme Court decision in Bostock v. Clayton County in which the Court ruled that sex discrimination against gay and transgender employees was prohibited under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

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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.

Troutman Sanders

AUGUST 2, 2021

Like most industries today, Consumer Finance Services businesses are being significantly impacted by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Troutman Pepper has developed a dedicated COVID-19 Resource Center to guide clients through this unprecedented global health challenge. We regularly update this site with COVID-19 news and developments, recommendations from leading health organizations, and tools that businesses can use free of charge.

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