Account Recovery

OCTOBER 27, 2021

In the latest episode of “You Wanted a Rule, You Got a Rule,” John Bedard of Bedard Law Group finishes walking through his analysis and breakdown of the eight optional disclosures that collectors are allowed to include on their copies of the Model Validation Notice and still enjoy the safe harbors provided to them under … The post Bedard Finishes Analysis of Model Validation Notice’s Optional Disclosures appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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American Profit Recovery

OCTOBER 20, 2021

By Sabrine: I am approaching my fourth year here at American Profit Recovery. The time here flew by, and I am in awe that I have been here for as long as I have. Loyalty as well as being tenured at jobs growing up has been the norm for me prior to graduating college. As I get ready to complete my fourth year here and knowing that this is the career path for me, I can excitedly say that I look forward to celebrating my anniversary every year it arrives.

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Enterprise Recovery

OCTOBER 29, 2021

When entrepreneurs are growing a business, they may often use the phrase "wears many hats." Employees are often taking on many different tasks to remain agile on the path to profitability. As more employees are hired for specific duties, small teams develop. While these teams focus on the demands of their responsibilities, success is found when they continue to work together.

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Nerd Wallet

OCTOBER 29, 2021

You’ve probably heard of people making money by trading cryptocurrencies. But there’s a different way to grow your crypto holdings without having to buy more. The practice, called “staking,” is a way of using certain cryptocurrencies to help verify transactions on a blockchain network. Investors who participate in staking can earn yields exceeding what’s available.

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Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA

In the climb from contributor to leader, the rules quietly change. 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 (a concept first popularized by Marshall Goldsmith in his book What Got You Here Won’t Get You There ). 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.

Nexa Collect

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Medical practices are facing an uncertain future – at least financially. A recent report by Deloitte found that nearly half of all medical practices are either uncertain or very uncertain about their ability to stay in business over the next three years, with 40% of respondents noting that they were not confident about their financial stability.

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Account Recovery

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau this week quietly released a new update to Regulation F, one that many in the industry had been anxiously awaiting as the countdown to November 30 gets smaller and smaller. The CFPB released a Spanish-language translation of its Model Validation Notice, which collectors can choose to use if they elect … The post CFPB Releases Spanish Model Validation Notice appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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American Profit Recovery

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Cash flow is king when it comes to sustaining your business long-term. And it doesn’t matter if you are running a small business or a nationwide organization, cash flow is the backbone of any size company. If you’re not paying close attention to the status of your cash flow, you could find your business with a financial challenge very quickly.

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Enterprise Recovery

OCTOBER 23, 2021

With the holidays quickly approaching, it can be easy to fall under the notion that your customer payments will arrive as usual. In reality, some businesses will shut down for weeks during the holiday season, narrowing the window for paying invoices. Instead of watching your working capital fall short, you can prepare in advance. Here are 5 steps to take to avoid late payments during the holidays. ?.

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Nerd Wallet

OCTOBER 7, 2021

A limited waiver announced by the U.S. Department of Education is expected to immediately wipe the slate clean for 22,000 student borrowers seeking Public Service Loan Forgiveness and speed the process for at least 500,000 more. It’s not the broad student loan forgiveness borrowers may be dreaming of. Instead, it’s the latest example of the. Anna Helhoski 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.

Consumer Finance

OCTOBER 31, 2021

CFPB Director Rohit Chopra released a statement today regarding the Report on Stablecoins issued by the President’s Working Group on Financial Markets, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.

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UK debt collections

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The number of businesses in England and Wales that went bust last month was the largest since the pandemic began. The latest Insolvency Service data shows that 1,446 company insolvencies were registered last month. Business insolvencies have increased by 7.2% in September 2021 compared to August’s figure of 1,349. They also increased by 55.8% in comparison to the same period for last year.

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Account Recovery

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The “Getting to Know” series is sponsored by Applied Innovation. Applied Innovation is helping to shape the future of accounts receivable management. Product development is driven by customer feedback, agency profitability and compliance and includes platforms addressing client portal access, document management, payment negotiation, Regulation E focused electronic payment authorizations and TCPA communication authorization platforms. … The post Getting to Know Patricia Cobb of

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Jimerson Firm

OCTOBER 27, 2021

It is a common question whether certain restrictive covenants, such as confidentiality agreements, are enforceable in Florida. A restrictive covenant is a contractual agreement or provision designed to protect a party’s business interests and restricts what a party is allowed to do after the agreement is executed. See Proudfoot Consulting Co. v. Gordon , 576 F.3d 1223 (11th Cir. 2009).

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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.

Enterprise Recovery

OCTOBER 8, 2021

When your business needs to make a call to get invoices paid, make sure your accounts receivable and collections specialists are using the right language and abilities. Successful calls are handled by skilled collections specialists with the qualities of persistence, confidence, great listening skills, and training. When emails aren't bringing those late payments current, these call script examples may help.

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Nerd Wallet

OCTOBER 4, 2021

October mortgage rates forecast I predict that mortgage rates will rise in October. There will be ups and downs day to day, but mortgage rates will be higher at the end of the month than at the beginning of the month. (That’s assuming the debt limit will be addressed in time to avoid a government. Holden Lewis writes for NerdWallet. Email: hlewis@nerdwallet.com.

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Consumer Finance

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) today took action against the prison financial services company JPay for violating the Consumer Financial Protection Act by charging consumers fees to access their own money on prepaid debit cards that consumers were forced to use.

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UK debt collections

OCTOBER 14, 2021

The financial impacts from COVID is forcing many SME’s into bankruptcy. One of the major instigators of this is the late payments issue, which has increased by 20% from last year, to £61billion. . As the instrumental player in the UK’s economy, SME’s turnover turnover is estimated at £2.2trillion annually. Tackling the issue of late payments is critical in enabling small businesses to reach their maximum potential.

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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!

Account Recovery

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The Federal Communications Commission has proposed a rule that would explore ways to require wireless carriers to block illegal text messages, similar to what the agency has done to combat illegal robocalls. Robotexts have become more prevalent, especially as regulators and technology providers have taken steps to keep robocalls from being connected to consumers’ phones. … The post FCC Proposes Rule to Block Robotexts appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Prosperity Now

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Housing security is the key to building financial stability, acquiring wealth and connecting with the community, but returning citizens face

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Enterprise Recovery

OCTOBER 1, 2021

When you think of the phrase cash flow , you may have a vision of money flowing into and out of your business. In this vision, your clients are seamlessly paying their debts to you and you're paying all of your bills and expenses. Cash flow management is the process of maintaining that flow of money, hopefully increasing positive cash flow, where more money comes in than goes out.

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Nerd Wallet

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Gratitude makes us more aware of the sources of joy, wonder and hope in our lives. Being grateful also can improve health, strengthen relationships and help us manage our money. Developing gratitude requires us to focus on what we have rather than on what we lack, says Meghaan Lurtz, a senior research associate with financial. Liz Weston writes for NerdWallet.

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Speaker: Susan Richards

Your past-due accounts are growing, cash flow is tightening, and the pressure is on. The big question: Do you handle the collections internally or outsource to experts? Both strategies come with advantages and risks - but which one delivers the best impact for your business? In this session we’ll dive deep into the in-house vs. outsourcing debate, examining cost-effectiveness, efficiency, compliance risks, and overall recovery success rates.

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True Accord

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Lenexa, KS – Oct. 27, 2021 – TrueAccord Corporation, a debt collection company offering AI-powered digital recovery solutions, is proud to announce the appointment of Kelly Knepper-Stephens as chief compliance officer and general counsel. TrueAccord started in 2013 as a digital-first collection agency built to fundamentally change collections into a recovery and reconciliation process.

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Burr Forman

OCTOBER 26, 2021

On October 25, 2021, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) issued new guidance regarding religious objections to workplace COVID-19 vaccination requirements. The new guidance is included in the EEOC’s larger guidance document, What You Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA, Rehabilitation Act, and Other EEO Laws. These questions and answers collect and expand upon pre-pandemic guidance to help employers navigate issues related to COVID-19 vaccination and the interaction with fede

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Account Recovery

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Debt collection, student loan debt relief, payday loans, and government impersonators are just a few of the categories highlighted in a Federal Trade Commission report that analyzes the regulator’s effort at addressing fraud and consumer issues that are affecting communities of color, which was released earlier this week. In the area of debt collection, the … The post FTC Report Analyzes How Fraud and Scams Affect Communities of Color appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Receivables Control

OCTOBER 29, 2021

One of the most significant problems facing companies right now is staffing shortages. The ramifications of staffing shortages is seen in every industry across the economy. In our personal lives, we see the disruption every day in the retail sector when we encounter shortened hours, bare shelves, simplified menus, etc. In our professional lives, we see that companies are having a challenging time with their supply chains, causing further disturbances throughout the economy.

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Speaker: Brian Muse-McKenney, Chief Revenue Officer & Matt Simester, Cards and Payments Expert

In today’s world of social media, dating apps, and remote work, businesses risk becoming irrelevant (or getting "ghosted") if they fail to meet the evolving needs of Gen Z consumers. Credit cards with flexible payment options, especially for young adults with little-to-no credit history, are a particularly important and valuable solution for this generation.

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