Account Recovery

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

The Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit has upheld a lower court’s summary judgment ruling in favor of a credit reporting agency that was accused of violating the Fair Credit Reporting Act because it erroneously reported a father’s bankruptcy on his son’s credit report because the original petitions both had the son’s Social Security … The post Appeals Court Upholds Ruling for Defendant in FCRA Case Over BK Notation on Credit Report appeared first on AccountsReco

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Nerd Wallet

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Though cryptocurrency can be an attractive investment, it’s more susceptible to scams than any other payment method. Over $1 billion has been reported stolen through crypto scams between January 2021 and June 2022, according to a report by the Federal Trade Commission. Crypto scams are a type of investment fraud that can take many forms, Brean Horne writes for NerdWallet.

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Account Recovery

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

The Massachusetts Division of Banks has issued a cease and desist order to a debt collector that has been accused of operating in the state for more than six years without a license, in violation of state law. A copy of the order, issued against Full Circle Financial Services, can be accessed by clicking here. … The post Mass. Regulator Issues Cease Order For Unlicensed Collector appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Fraser

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

With year-end quickly approaching, reducing taxes is on many people’s minds. It’s been a tumultuous few years, with many changes to people’s individual circumstances and tax laws at state and federal levels. Now is the time to focus on your year-end taxes and engage in estate and income tax planning opportunities. At Fraser Trebilcock, our tax attorneys have made sure you don’t have to start your preparations from scratch, with a two-part checklist of year-end tax considerations you should make

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Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA

In the climb from contributor to leader, the rules quietly change. But if you’re aiming for the summit, the air gets thinner, and what got you here won’t be enough to get you to the top. 🗻 What made you successful early in your finance career—technical accuracy, sharp analysis, flawless execution—won’t be what carries you to the next level. The higher you go, the more your effectiveness depends on how you connect, adapt, and communicate.

Account Recovery

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Any case where a motion to remand back to state court is denied seems like it’s worth writing about these days … A District Court judge in New York has denied a plaintiff’s motion to remand a Fair Debt Collection Practices Act case back to state court, rebuffing the plaintiff’s argument that remand was required … The post Judge Denies Motion to Remand FDCPA Case Back to State Court appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Account Recovery

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

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

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

In the heart of Edinburgh, you’ll find The George, a luxury hotel with a fascinating past. The Scottish hotel participates in the IHG One Rewards program, making it especially popular with IHG fans. Like many other loyalty programs, IHG One Rewards has switched to a dynamic pricing system — meaning the cost of a rewards. Ramsey Qubein writes for NerdWallet.

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Account Recovery

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

JUDGE DENIES MOTION TO REMAND FDCPA CASE BACK TO STATE COURT A District Court judge in New York has denied a plaintiff’s motion to remand a Fair Debt Collection Practices Act case back to state court, rebuffing the plaintiff’s argument that remand was required because all of the defendants in the case did not consent … The post Daily Digest – November 7.

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Nerd Wallet

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

What used to be simply seating with extra legroom has received an upgrade, and it even has a new name — American Airlines Main Cabin Extra. Yes, you’ll still get extra legroom, and that’s why many travelers will book it. However, American Airlines has differentiated Main Cabin Extra from standard economy with perks like early. JT Genter writes for NerdWallet.

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Speaker: Kim Beynon, CPA, CGMA, PMP

The most overlooked, yet most critical, element of transformation is preparing people for change. Automation and AI aren't just technical upgrades, they’re cultural shifts which can challenge identities. That’s why change management isn’t a side project—it’s the foundation. In finance, where precision and process rule, navigating change can feel especially disruptive.

Troutman Sanders

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reached a $100 million settlement with Vonage over allegations that the internet phone service provider violated the FTC and Restore Online Shoppers’ Confidence Act (ROSCA) by adding “junk fees” and using “dark patterns” to make it difficult for consumers to cancel. In addition to the fine that will be used by the FTC to provide refunds to consumers, the proposed settlement order includes a remediation plan, which requires Vonage to: (1) obtain consumers expres

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Nerd Wallet

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Premier Silver is the first tier in the United Airlines MileagePlus program. There are several paths to get there, including matching hotel elite status or leveraging certain credit card perks. For those who fly frequently with United and Star Alliance partners, the benefits of Silver status can improve your flight experience. Let’s take a look. Ramsey Qubein writes for NerdWallet.

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On Guard

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

CFOs need a firm grip on digital strategies to ensure their department – and organisation – can capture opportunities quickly and at scale in the years ahead. Here, we look at four core technologies that should feature in your growth plans and assist you with scaling. 1. Use RPA to boost workforce productivity. Most finance teams today use robotic process automation (RPA) in some form to drive efficiencies and manage greater volume without the increased headcount.

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Nerd Wallet

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

As every 5-year-old child’s drawing of a race car or fire truck shows, tires are a vital part of a vehicle’s design. But not all tires provide the same experience. “I think it’s important that a consumer understands that tires are very different and they come with different levels of performance and different features and. Whitney Vandiver writes for NerdWallet.

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Speaker: Alex Salazar, CEO & Co-Founder @ Arcade | Nate Barbettini, Founding Engineer @ Arcade | Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO @ Aggregage

There’s a lot of noise surrounding the ability of AI agents to connect to your tools, systems and data. But building an AI application into a reliable, secure workflow agent isn’t as simple as plugging in an API. As an engineering leader, it can be challenging to make sense of this evolving landscape, but agent tooling provides such high value that it’s critical we figure out how to move forward.

Prosperity Now

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

This month, we spoke with the new Director of IRS SPEC, Tracey Walker-Carter!

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Nerd Wallet

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Welcome to NerdWallet’s Smart Money podcast, where we answer your real-world money questions. This week’s episode starts with a discussion about what to do when your bank stiffs you with a low annual percentage yield. Then we pivot to this week’s money question from Andrew, who left this voicemail: “I had a question about helping. Jae Bratton writes for NerdWallet.

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Fico Collections

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Home. Blog. FICO. Fighting Scams and Authorized Push Payment Fraud in the US. US regulators seem poised to update the status quo for bank liability for authorized user/authorized push payment fraud, but just how big is the potential? FICO Admin. Tue, 07/02/2019 - 02:45. by TJ Horan. expand_less Back To Top. Mon, 11/07/2022 - 09:50. In multiple geographies around the world, there has been a strong focus on authorized push payment fraud.

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Nerd Wallet

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Pros: Low volume of consumer complaints. Many discounts available. Cons: Not available in all states. No online quotes or mobile app. Bottom line: Coverage available through local agents in 20 states. As its name implies, Homeowners of America sells mainly homeowners insurance, though it also offers renters, condo and landlord policies in select states.

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Speaker: Cheryl J. Muldrew-McMurtry

Distributed finance teams are rewriting how the back-office runs, and attackers are taking notes. Disconnected workflows, process blind spots, and rising cyber threats are more than just growing pains—they’re liabilities. The challenge isn’t just going remote. It’s building resilient systems that protect accuracy, control, and speed across every transaction and touchpoint.

On Guard

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Web3 innovations such as crypto, NFTs, smart contracting, blockchain technology and tokenisation are gaining ground in the business world. Yet our research on Web3 shows that finance professionals are still hesitant to look at these innovations. This is partly due to the unclear image and fickle crypto market. Moreover, most finance professionals still lack knowledge and understanding of how to deploy the new technologies within their organisations.

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Collection Industry News

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Mortgage rates fell sharply Thursday after a government report showed that inflation had cooled in October , prompting a decline in bond yields. The average rate on the 30-year fixed plunged 60 basis points from 7.22% to 6.62%, according to Mortgage News Daily. That matches the record drop at the start of the Covid 19 pandemic. The rate, however, is still more than double what it was at the start of this year.

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