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Suspending Licenses Doesn’t Improve Collection Rates: Report

Account Recovery

State law in Tennessee allows for the revocation of driver’s licenses of those who owe debts to the court system, but suspending licenses actually does not improve collection rates, according to a report released by a nonpartisan think tank in the state. Income, not having their driver’s license suspended or revoked, is a bigger driver … The post Suspending Licenses Doesn’t Improve Collection Rates: Report appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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The Roth IRA Trick That Can Combat Inflation

Nerd Wallet

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25 Companies Seeking Collection Talent

Account Recovery

During this, The Great Resignation Era, I thought it would be helpful to start a regular posting of different jobs within the accounts receivable management industry that I have found online. Please make sure to do your own due diligence before applying for a position included here or accepting any offers. This is merely meant … The post 25 Companies Seeking Collection Talent appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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CFPB Issues Guidance to Address Shoddy Investigation Practices by Consumer Reporting Companies

Consumer Finance

When consumer reporting companies and furnishers fail to investigate disputed information, consumers are left paying higher interest rates and face greater difficulty finding housing, employment.

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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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Daily Digest – November 9. Recapping the Mid-Term Election Results Through the Eyes of the ARM Industry; Judge Grants MSJ for Defense in TCPA Wrong Number Case

Account Recovery

RECAPPING MID-TERM ELECTION RESULTS RELATED TO THE ARM INDUSTRY While the fight for control of Congress continues as the ballots from yesterday’s mid-term elections continue to be counted, a number of ballot initiatives and races were called and will have an impact on the ARM industry. From ballot measures in Arizona and Oregon to a … The post Daily Digest – November 9.

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Recapping Mid-term Election Results Related to ARM Industry

Account Recovery

Voters in Arizona yesterday approved a measure that will increase the amounts that consumers can shield from garnishments to pay medical debts while also lowering judgment interest rates in a move that is expected to be taken up in other states across the country, while a state Attorney General who is very well-known to the … The post Recapping Mid-term Election Results Related to ARM Industry appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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4 Easy Ways to Start Investing With $100 or Less

Nerd Wallet

The investing information provided on this page is for educational purposes only. NerdWallet does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks, securities or other investments. Whether your student loans are being forgiven, you received a gift or earned some extra cash this month, using.

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TrueAccord Joins the Visa Fintech Partner Connect Program

Account Recovery

LENEXA, Kan., Nov. 8, 2022 — TrueAccord Corp, a debt collection company using machine learning-powered digital recovery solutions to improve consumer experience, today announced it joined the Visa Fintech Partner Connect program. Through Visa Fintech Partner Connect, TrueAccord is Visa Ready certified. This certification helps technology companies build and launch payment solutions that meet Visa’s global standards around … The post TrueAccord Joins the Visa Fintech Partner Con

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Workers’ Wages on the Ballot: Here’s What Happened

Nerd Wallet

When wage increases are on the ballot, voters usually say yes. That was the case in multiple states with one notable loss in Portland, Maine. Meanwhile, Illinois cemented collective bargaining rights into its constitution, and Tennessee will bake right-to-work law into its own. Here’s how the 2022 midterm election played out for workers across the. Anna Helhoski 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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National Creditors Bar Association, President Steve Markoff, Swear in New Board at Tampa Conference

Account Recovery

SARASOTA, FL – The National Creditors Bar Association (NCBA) held its annual Fall Conference in Tampa, FL October 26-28th with more than 800 attendees. Steve Markoff of Markoff Law LLC, Chicago, IL, continues his term as President of NCBA and swore in new officers to its Board of Directors including President-Elect Barbara Nilsen of Blitt … The post National Creditors Bar Association, President Steve Markoff, Swear in New Board at Tampa Conference appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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5 Buy Now, Pay Later Headaches to Avoid This Holiday Season

Nerd Wallet

Shoppers filling their carts this holiday season will likely have the option to “buy now, pay later” at checkout. Known as BNPL for short, these payment plans break up your purchase into smaller, equal installments, often for zero interest and no fees if you pay on time. If you’re looking to stretch your gifting dollars. Jackie Veling writes for NerdWallet.

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Permanent Version of DC’s Protecting Consumers From Unjust Debt Collection Practices Amendment Act Takes Effect January 1, 2023

Troutman Sanders

As we previously discussed here , in March 2022, the D.C. Council of the District of Columbia Committee of the Whole met in a full hearing, in part to hear amendments introduced to B24-0357, known as the Protecting Consumers From Unjust Debt Collection Practices Amendment Act (Act). The Act contains a host of new and amended requirements with respect to collection activities and litigation involving residents of the district and applies to both debt collectors and creditors collecting their own

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This Might Be the Busiest Day to Fly This December

Nerd Wallet

Most weeks of the year, Fridays are the busiest days to fly, checkpoint data from the Transportation Security Administration shows. And just ahead of this Christmas, travelers may face one of the busiest Fridays yet: Friday, Dec. 23. There are a few reasons why this date is shaping up to be one of the busiest. Sally French writes for NerdWallet. Email: sfrench@nerdwallet.com.

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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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Bankruptcy isn’t likely the filer’s fault

Roths Child Law

Many people think that bankruptcy is always the filer’s fault, but this isn’t the case. There are many reasons for bankruptcy that the person who’s filing couldn’t help. . Understanding some of the reasons why people need to turn to bankruptcy may help them to decide if they need to file. It could also help them to feel better about needing to file. .

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The Guide to Disney Vacation Club

Nerd Wallet

Frequent Walt Disney World visitors know it can be expensive at any of its parks — let alone paying for lodging in the area. When you have the whole family in tow, the cost can grow exponentially, even if there are opportunities to save cash. For dedicated Mickey Mouse fans who want to bet on. Ramsey Qubein writes for NerdWallet. Email: travel@nerdwallet.com.

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La CFPB Publica un Nuevo Boletín donde Analiza el Aumento de Quejas sobre Cripto Activos

Consumer Finance

Engaños y otras estafas encabezan la lista aparecida en las quejas recibidas.

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Second Circuit Affirms Dismissal of FDCPA and FCRA Claims Finding Collection Efforts Proper Despite Plaintiff’s Dismissal from Foreclosure Action; No Obligation to Report Frivolous Dispute

Burr Forman

In Macris v. Specialized Loan Servicing, LLC , 2022 WL 16727611 (2d Cir. Nov. 7, 2022), the Second Circuit upheld summary judgment for a mortgage servicer, holding that the plaintiff could not pursue claims under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) or the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) for the reporting and collection efforts of his mortgage note.

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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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U.S. consumer spending seeing a ‘mitigation’ in growth not a slowdown, says Bank of America CEO

Collection Industry News

U.S. consumer spending is experiencing a “mitigation of growth” but not a slowdown, Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan said Friday. Interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve are starting to be felt in the housing and auto markets, and renters will see their budgets squeezed as landlords pass on higher costs, he told CNBC’s “Squawk Box Europe.” But he stressed that consumer spending remains strong.

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Why Booking Travel on Your Phone Is a Bad Idea

Nerd Wallet

Since the first iPhone launched 15 years ago, consumer shopping habits have slowly but relentlessly shifted toward mobile devices. According to a survey of 3,250 U.S. consumers from Pymnts.com, a website dedicated to analyzing the role of payments in new tech, the majority of travel service purchases (51.4%) were made on a mobile device in. Sam Kemmis writes for NerdWallet.

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What Is an EFT Payment?

Payment Savvy

EFT payments are becoming increasingly popular as more and more people conduct their financial affairs online. But what exactly is an EFT payment? In this article, we will answer the question of what an EFT payment is, and we’ll also discuss the different types of ETF payments, the benefits of using EFT payments, and the risks associated with this type of payment.

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Judge Grants MSJ For Defendant in TCPA Case Over One Wrong Number Call

Account Recovery

A District Court judge in Texas has granted a defendant’s motion for summary judgment in a Telephone Consumer Protection Act case ruling that a single wrong number placed by a collector to the plaintiff did not violate the statute, while also warning the plaintiff — who has “repeatedly” filed similar cases, without success — that … The post Judge Grants MSJ For Defendant in TCPA Case Over One Wrong Number Call appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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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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Fed Forced to Balance Hot Labor Market and Recession Risk

NACM

Interest rate hikes are expected to continue as both inflation and the labor market remain uncomfortably hot. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there was an addition of 261,000 jobs in October.But with taming inflation and cooling the job market comes a serious risk of recession. "The Federal Reserve faces the difficult task of cool.

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