Tue.Oct 04, 2022

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FCC Enforcement Action to Block Calls from Seven Carriers

Account Recovery

For the first time ever, the Federal Communications Commission has announced enforcement actions that will remove seven different carriers from its Robocall Mitigation Database after being accused of failing to implement anti-spam measures like the STIR/SHAKEN protocols. The companies have 14 days to prove to the FCC why they should not be removed, and if … The post FCC Enforcement Action to Block Calls from Seven Carriers appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Top Ethereum (ETH) Wallets for 2022

Nerd Wallet

Ether, or ETH — the Ethereum blockchain’s native token — can be held in most of the leading crypto wallets on the market. You can store ETH in a “hot” software wallet connected to the internet on your computer or phone, or a “cold” hardware wallet that can keep your data fully offline. For DeFi. Dalia Ramirez writes for NerdWallet. Email: dramirez@nerdwallet.com.

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Daily Digest – October 4. Debt Relief Power of Attorney Doc at Center of FDCPA Suit; FCC Enforcement Action to Block Calls from Seven Carriers

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DEBT RELIEF POWER OF ATTORNEY DOC AT CENTER OF FDCPA SUIT A collector is being sued because it allegedly refused to discuss the particulars of a debt with the plaintiff, due to the fact the plaintiff had previously executed a power of attorney with the debt relief firm at which she was working. The plaintiff … The post Daily Digest – October 4.

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Should I Book Skiplagged Flights?

Nerd Wallet

Flying can be expensive. Because of consolidation between the U.S. airlines, there is a lot less competition on some routes, leading to even higher prices on those trips. But, what if you could pay less to fly on the exact same flight? Enter Skiplagged. This service finds “hidden city” tickets — which means you buy. JT Genter writes for NerdWallet. Email: travel@nerdwallet.com.

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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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21 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 21 Companies Seeking Collection Talent appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Debt Relief Power of Attorney Doc at Center of FDCPA Suit

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EDITOR’S NOTE: This article is part of a series that is sponsored by WebRecon. WebRecon identifies serial plaintiffs lurking in your database BEFORE you contact them and expose yourself to a likely lawsuit. Protect your company from as many as one in three new consumer lawsuits by scrubbing your consumers through WebRecon first. Want to learn more? Call … The post Debt Relief Power of Attorney Doc at Center of FDCPA Suit appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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3 Common Credit Myths That Could Damage Your Score

Nerd Wallet

Financial misinformation is rampant, and it could be hurting your credit score. A new NerdWallet survey finds that Americans hold many misconceptions about their credit, some of which could seriously damage their scores. Here are three common credit score myths and how to guard against them. Myth 1. Leaving a balance on your credit card. Erin El Issa writes for NerdWallet.

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Malone Frost Martin Changes Name, Now Known as Martin Lyon Watts Morgan

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Malone Frost Martin PLLC is excited to announce that it has changed its name to now be known as Martin Lyons Watts Morgan PLLC. The firm announced the name change to recognize the efforts and leadership of partners Loraine Lyons, Xerxes Martin, Porter Heath Morgan, and Patrick Watts. Partners Xerxes Martin and Patrick Watts have … The post Malone Frost Martin Changes Name, Now Known as Martin Lyon Watts Morgan appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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The Guide to Hilton Diamond Status

Nerd Wallet

Are you a Hilton loyalist? Do you arrive in a city, scope out the nearest Hilton property, and settle in without looking elsewhere? Hilton rewards its frequent customers with an elite status program that offers suite upgrades, food and beverage credits and executive lounge access, so it’s no surprise that many travelers seek out its. Carissa Rawson writes for NerdWallet.

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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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Hunstein Ruling Pushing More Cases Back to State Court

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In a ruling that is emblematic of what is happening in Hunstein cases across the country, a District Court judge in North Carolina has used the Eleventh Circuit’s en banc ruling to determine that a plaintiff does not have standing to sue in federal court and remanded the case back to state court where it … The post Hunstein Ruling Pushing More Cases Back to State Court appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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The Guide to Delta Platinum Medallion

Nerd Wallet

Platinum Medallion is the second-highest standard tier in the Delta Air Lines SkyMiles program and offers a significant swath of benefits for some of Delta’s most frequent flyers. Not only are the perks available for domestic travelers, but several benefits make flying overseas especially rewarding. You can even earn Medallion status when redeeming miles for.

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CFPB Takes Action Against Choice Money for Remittance Failures

Consumer Finance

Company did not provide accurate fee, exchange rate, and other key information for money transfers.

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CFPB Focuses on Student Loans — Especially Those Made by Schools — in Latest Supervisory Highlights

Troutman Sanders

On September 29, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB or Bureau) released a special edition of its Supervisory Highlights , focusing on student loan servicing. The report contained findings on federal student loan servicing that echo many recent public comments by the Bureau, but more notably, this edition of Supervisory Highlights also focused heavily on loans made by schools themselves, and the CFPB simultaneously announced that it was updating its examination manual and would be con

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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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Collecting Receivables After Going Through an Acquisition

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Companies that grow by acquisition are often faced with challenges when taking a deep dive into recently acquired new customer accounts. Although acquisitions can increase your customer base, new client relationships don’t always go as anticipated. The predecessor company had a history–maintaining customer accounts with previously established patterns of doing business, deliverables, and customer payment schedules.

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NY DFS Brings Back Consumer Protection Council

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The New York Department of Financial Services yesterday announced it was relaunching its Consumer Protection Advisory Council, and that the group has already held its first meeting. Along with bringing the group out of mothballs, the DFS also sought to expand Council’s membership, adding 14 new members, bringing the overall size of the group to … The post NY DFS Brings Back Consumer Protection Council appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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eNews Poll: 45% of Credit Departments Report Increased DSO

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NACM's recent eNews poll on Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) shows 45% of credit departments have seen an at least 5% increase within the past year. 20% say DSO has decreased and 35% report that DSO levels remained the same.Nathan Hutton, CICP, global credit manager at Donaldson Company, Inc. (Minneapolis, MN) has seen a fairly stable DSO over the past.

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3 Steps to Lower the Cost of Your Debt

Nerd Wallet

Does the thought of dealing with your debt make you want to go back to bed? More than 1 in 5 Americans (22%) are likely to put off creating a debt payoff plan, according to a June 2022 survey from NerdWallet conducted online by The Harris Poll. That’s a lot of procrastination, and it’s no. Sara Rathner writes for NerdWallet. Email: srathner@nerdwallet.com.

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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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Troutman Pepper Weekly Consumer Financial Services Newsletter

Troutman Sanders

To help you keep abreast of relevant activities, below find a breakdown of some of the biggest events at the federal and state levels to impact the Consumer Finance Services industry this past week: Federal Activities. State Activities. Federal Activities: On September 30, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) filed an enforcement action against crypto futures and spot market exchange Digitex and its founder and CEO Adam Todd.

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How Much Does the Abortion Pill Cost?

Nerd Wallet

The “abortion pill” — common shorthand for medication abortion, which is actually two pills taken separately — can cost upwards of $800, according to Planned Parenthood. Some insurance plans cover the cost of medication abortion. Since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in June, access to abortions in the United States has been severely. Cara Smith writes for NerdWallet.

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