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Why are we one of the best places to work in the collection industry?

American Profit Recovery

It’s no surprise to the team here but we have once again earned the distinction of being one of the best places to work in collections. Since 2008, we have continued to earn this recognition through an effort spearheaded by Best Companies Group. Sure we offer a competitive salary, a great benefits package and other perks, but there’s one thing that truly makes American Profit Recovery a great place to work.

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Financial Credit Network, Inc. and Acclaim Credit Technologies Join Forces

Account Recovery

In an effort to broaden their scope of debt collection services, Financial Credit Network, Inc. (FCN) and Acclaim Credit Technologies (ACT) announce they have merged as of February 1, 2023. Financial Credit Network has been servicing the debt collection needs of their clients since 1954 and is highly regarded within the collection community. Alicia Sundstrom … The post Financial Credit Network, Inc. and Acclaim Credit Technologies Join Forces first appeared on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Student Loans: 5 Biggest Winners of Biden’s New IDR Plan

Nerd Wallet

Eliza Haverstock writes for NerdWallet. Email: ehaverstock@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @elizahaverstock. The article Student Loans: 5 Biggest Winners of Biden’s New IDR Plan originally appeared on NerdWallet.

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Judge Denies Certification, Defendants’ MSJ in FDCPA Class Action

Account Recovery

A District Court judge in Washington has denied a plaintiff’s motion to certify a class while also denying motions for summary judgment from a number of defendants in a Fair Debt Collection Practices Act case stemming from a consent order between one of the defendants and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. A copy of the … The post Judge Denies Certification, Defendants’ MSJ in FDCPA Class Action first appeared on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Your Accounting Expertise Will Only Get You So Far: The New Way To Lead

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.

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What to Expect From the First FOMC Meeting of 2023

Nerd Wallet

Sam Taube writes for NerdWallet. Email: staube@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @samuel_taube. The article What to Expect From the First FOMC Meeting of 2023 originally appeared on NerdWallet.

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February Mortgage Rates on the Downslope by End of Month

Nerd Wallet

Holden Lewis writes for NerdWallet. Email: hlewis@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @HoldenL. The article February Mortgage Rates on the Downslope by End of Month originally appeared on NerdWallet.

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FCC Takes More Action to Fight Illegal Robocalls

Account Recovery

The Federal Communications Commission last week put voice service providers on notice that it is taking its fight against illegal robocalls seriously, ordering a pair of providers to stop carrying suspected illegal robocalls while also telling all providers to investigate their networks for signs of alleged illegal activity and report back to the FCC what … The post FCC Takes More Action to Fight Illegal Robocalls first appeared on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Why Do So Many Older Adults Choose Medicare Advantage?

Nerd Wallet

Kate Ashford, CSA® writes for NerdWallet. Email: kashford@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @kateashford. The article Why Do So Many Older Adults Choose Medicare Advantage? originally appeared on NerdWallet.

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Compliance Digest – January 30

Account Recovery

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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The Hidden Science Behind Why Finance Teams Resist Change—And How to Fix It

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.

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How Couples Can Team Up on Debt Repayment

Nerd Wallet

Sara Rathner writes for NerdWallet. Email: srathner@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @sarakrathner. The article How Couples Can Team Up on Debt Repayment originally appeared on NerdWallet.

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Daily Digest – January 30. Judge Denies Certification, Defendants’ MSJ in FDCPA Class; FCC Takes More Action to Fight Robocalls

Account Recovery

JUDGE DENIES CERTIFICATION, DEFENDANTS’ MSJ IN FDCPA CLASS ACTION A District Court judge in Washington has denied a plaintiff’s motion to certify a class while also denying motions for summary judgment from a number of defendants in a Fair Debt Collection Practices Act case stemming from a consent order between one of the defendants and … The post Daily Digest – January 30.

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Rekindle Your Fizzling Financial Resolutions

Nerd Wallet

Dalia Ramirez writes for NerdWallet. Email: dramirez@nerdwallet.com. The article Rekindle Your Fizzling Financial Resolutions originally appeared on NerdWallet.

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Bankruptcy Court Issues Ruling on Ownership of Celsius Account Assets

PBWT

The concept of “property of the estate” is important in bankruptcy because it determines what property can be used or distributed for the benefit of the debtor’s creditors. Defined by section 541 of the Bankruptcy Code, “property of the estate” broadly encompasses the debtor’s interests in property, with certain additions and exceptions provided for in the Code.

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Agent Tooling: Connecting AI to Your Tools, Systems & Data

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.

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Air Canada vs. Lufthansa

Nerd Wallet

Josh Garber writes for NerdWallet. Email: travel@nerdwallet.com. The article Air Canada vs. Lufthansa originally appeared on NerdWallet.

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Recent Changes to Florida’s 25% Roof Replacement Rule

Jimerson Firm

Many homeowners in Florida are no stranger to experiencing damage to their roof during hurricane season. Before May 26, 2022, the rule in Florida was that, if more than 25% of a roof needed to be repaired or replaced, then the entire roof system was required to be replaced to bring the entire roof up to code (the “25% Roof Replacement Rule”). However, on May 26, 2022, SB 4-D took effect, which eliminated Florida’s 25% Roof Replacement Rule.

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Best Medicare Advantage Plans in Colorado

Nerd Wallet

Kate Ashford, CSA® writes for NerdWallet. Email: kashford@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @kateashford. The article Best Medicare Advantage Plans in Colorado originally appeared on NerdWallet.

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MP’s family firm chased SME’s for unpaid commercial rent during covid

UK debt collections

Government Minister Nadhim Zahawi has come under criticism for chasing unpaid commercial rent during the pandemic. His firm Zahawi and Zahawi Ltd owns a number of Commercial properties in Birmingham. A barber said he was forced to liquidate his business after being hounded by under-fire minister Nadhim Zahawi’s family firm. Jafar Jahromi, 57, was among small businesses chased for unpaid rent during the pandemic by Zahawi and Zahawi Ltd.

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Protect What Matters: Rethinking Finance Ops In A Digital World

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.

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The Guide to Alaska Airlines Basic Economy, Saver Fares

Nerd Wallet

Carissa Rawson writes for NerdWallet. Email: articles@nerdwallet.com. The article The Guide to Alaska Airlines Basic Economy, Saver Fares originally appeared on NerdWallet.

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Operating Agreements: How Members Can Run an LLC on Their Terms

Jimerson Firm

Operating agreements can provide members of a limited liability company (“LLC”) with the power to create their own governing rules and resolve disputes before they arise. As LLCs become the predominant form of legal entity, members need to consider the importance of an operating agreement to ensure the LLC and members can operate under their own agreed upon terms.

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Smart Money: No-Spend Month, and Recover From Credit Damage

Nerd Wallet

Liz Weston, CFP® writes for NerdWallet. Email: lweston@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @lizweston. Sean Pyles writes for NerdWallet. Email: spyles@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @SeanPyles. The article Smart Money: No-Spend Month, and Recover From Credit Damage originally appeared on NerdWallet.

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How to Leverage a Settlement of Your Property Insurance Claim

Jimerson Firm

If you filed a claim on your residential or commercial property insurance policy that you believe was wrongfully denied, you may be thinking about filing a lawsuit against your insurance company for coverage. As of July 1, 2021, before an insured can file a lawsuit against the insurance company, the insured is required to provide the insurance company with written notice of intent to initiate litigation.

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Future-Proof Your Firm: Smarter Tech for Stronger Returns & Simpler Workflows

Speaker: Joe Wroblewski, Senior Sales Engineer

Is your tech stack working for you—or are you working for it ? 🤖 In today’s world of automation and AI, technology should simplify workflows—not add complexity. Seamless integration and interconnectivity are key to maximizing productivity, optimizing workflows, and improving collaboration. Join expert Joe Wroblewski for a practical and insightful session on how you can build a smarter, more connected tech stack that drives efficiency and long-term success!

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Best Medicare Advantage Plans in Illinois

Nerd Wallet

Kate Ashford, CSA® writes for NerdWallet. Email: kashford@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @kateashford. The article Best Medicare Advantage Plans in Illinois originally appeared on NerdWallet.

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The Effect of Remote Work on Non-Compete Agreements

Jimerson Firm

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, many Florida companies have continued to embrace remote work. This new era of remote work comes with a lot of perks for employees, but also employers, by opening up the pool of potential new employees to those who live in entirely different cities, states, and even countries. However, if a company is planning to hire an employee who will be working in an entirely different state or country, the company should be mindful of the impact remote work has on the

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Fed Declares Supervised Banks Will be Subject to Activity Limitations, Including Crypto-Asset and Other Novel Banking Activities

Troutman Sanders

The Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) generally prohibits insured state banks, but not uninsured state member banks, from acting as principal in activities that are not permissible for national banks. Relying on its authority under the FDIA to limit the activities of state member banks, on January 27, 2023, the Federal Reserve Board (Fed) issued a policy statement announcing that banks under its supervision, regardless of deposit insurance status, will be subject to the same limitations on ac

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Why is My Mortgage Company On My Insurance Check?

Jimerson Firm

If you make an insurance claim for damage to your property, you may be surprised to find both your name and your mortgage company on the insurance check. This is common because the mortgage company has a financial interest in your property—just like you. If you are wondering why your mortgage company is named on your insurance check, and what the mortgage company may do with the insurance proceeds, your mortgage agreement likely has the answers.

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How To Break Digital Transformation Barriers And Accelerate AI Adoption

Speaker: Anna Tiomina, MBA

AI is reshaping industries, yet finance remains one of the slowest adopters. Concerns over compliance, legacy systems, and data silos have made finance teams hesitant to embrace AI-driven transformation. But delaying adoption isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about staying competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. How can finance leaders overcome these challenges and start leveraging AI effectively?