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Maryland AG Charges Property Owners with Unlicensed Debt Collection

Account Recovery

Anthony Brown, the Attorney General of Maryland, yesterday announced charges against the owners and property managers of an apartment complex in Prince George’s County for a series of alleged violations, including operating without the required rental housing license and engaging in illegal debt collection practices. The apartment complex, formally known as Heather Hill by OneWall, has faced criticism from tenants over poor living conditions, including mold, broken utilities, rodent infest

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CFPB Report Details Student Borrower Harms from Servicing Failures and Program Disruptions

Consumer Finance

The CFPB released the annual report of the Student Loan Ombudsman, highlighting severe difficulties reported by student borrowers in consumer complaints.

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Judge Partially Denies MTD Defamation Claims in FCRA ID Theft Case

Account Recovery

A District Court judge in Florida has partially denied a defendant’s motion to dismiss claims of defamation in a Fair Credit Reporting Act case in which it was accused of mishandling an identity theft dispute. The background: The plaintiff alleged that she was a victim of identity theft after her personal information was compromised in a major data breach.

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What is credit card fraud?: 5 common types you should know

Credit Corp

Many or all of the products featured here are from our partners who compensate us. This may influence which products we write about and where and how the product appears on a page. However, this does not influence our evaluations. Credit card fraud can happen when bad actors use your existing accounts or steal your information to open up new accounts.

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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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Getting to Know Teresa Dodson of Greenbacks Consulting and The Women of Debt Relief

Account Recovery

I am thrilled to announce that the Getting to Know series will be sponsored by TEC Services Group in 2024. TEC Services Group is the leading technology and professional services firm in the credit collections industry offering both leading industry solutions along with unrivaled, unbiased, and experienced support. TEC is now extending its services by offering proven, industry-leading technology solutions alongside of our Professional Services to help Clients feel confident in their technology de

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CFPB Highlights Student Loan Borrower Challenges and Relief Impacts

Account Recovery

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau yesterday released the results of a survey of individuals with student loans, offering insights into how debt relief programs and repayment challenges are affecting student loan borrowers across the United States. Conducted as borrowers resumed repayments after a lengthy pause, the survey sheds light on financial hurdles and the benefits of relief for many borrowers.

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Personal Loan vs. Credit Card: Which Should You Choose?

Credit Corp

Many or all of the products featured here are from our partners who compensate us. This may influence which products we write about and where and how the product appears on a page. However, this does not influence our evaluations. Credit cards and personal loans are both ways to borrow money, but key differences can make one option better than the other in certain financial situations.

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Why Secure Document Sharing is Essential for Compliance

PDC Flow

Companies with strict compliance needs or those that value privacy should be using secure document sharing for every message they send. After all, failing to protect customer information with secure document sharing practices can: create compliance issues damage your reputation lead to customer loss result in financial penalties Plus, customers expect secure document sharing any time you send contracts, terms of service, or other important paperwork to an email inbox or mobile number.

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Daily Digest – November 14. Getting to Know Teresa Dodson of Greenbacks Consulting and The Women of Debt Relief; Judge Partially Denies MTD Defamation Claims in FCRA ID Theft Case

Account Recovery

Getting to Know Teresa Dodson of Greenbacks Consulting and The Women of Debt Relief Judge Partially Denies MTD Defamation Claims in FCRA ID Theft Case CFPB Highlights Student Loan Borrower Challenges and Relief Impacts Maryland AG Charges Property Owners with Unlicensed Debt Collection WORTH NOTING: An update on where things stand with respect to inflation … Doing some work on your lawn now will pay dividends come Spring … A list of the 100 must-read books of 2024 … President T

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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.