Debt Guru
JUNE 28, 2022
It’s estimated that some 60 million American households regularly carry outstanding credit card balances. According to a WalletHub study, the average household’s credit card balance is $8,425. We know what this means: Carrying a balance (meaning you don’t pay off your total amount due every month) incurs interest (meaning you’re actually paying more than you owe on your card).
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
JUNE 29, 2022
Every interaction a law firm has with a client is a marketing opportunity, a chance to cement your value as a service provider And, there’s actually no better place to solidify that relationship than through your invoicing. It’s a continuous, repetitive option for remind ing your client of what you’ve done for them. It places your value proposition in stark relief.
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Dear Debt
JUNE 27, 2022
Hey debt fighters! It’s been a while but we’re back! If you’d like to write a dear debt letter, get in touch with me. Today’s dear debt letter is from… Related Posts: Dear Debt, This Won't Last. Blog. 13 Ways You Can Make Money. 10 Signs You Have a Toxic Relationship With Credit. 6 Clever Money-Saving Hacks to Reach Your Financial Goals.
Account Recovery
JUNE 29, 2022
Rohit Chopra, the Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, has finally gone too far, in the eyes of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and three national banking trade groups, who yesterday started campaigns to draw attention to what they labeled as Chopra’s “radical agenda and reckless actions.” The Chamber of Commerce launched an advertising … The post Groups Launch Ad Campaign, Issue White Paper, Detailing ‘Unlawful’ Actions at CFPB appeared first on
Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA
Enterprise Recovery
JULY 1, 2022
When you've exhausted time and resources chasing down an unpaid invoice, it's time to send that invoice to third-party collections. If the client isn't responsive to your efforts to connect or they're refusing to pay or cannot pay, it's time to send the account to third-party collections. If you've written off the account as bad debt, it's still time to send it to third-party collections.
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Consumer Finance
JUNE 28, 2022
Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued an advisory opinion affirming that federal law often prohibits debt collectors from charging “pay-to-pay” fees. These charges, commonly described by debt collectors as “convenience fees,” are imposed on consumers who want to make a payment in a particular way, such as online or by phone.
Account Recovery
JULY 1, 2022
A New Jersey Appeals Court has upheld a ruling in favor of a debt collector that was sued for filing a collection lawsuit against an individual, after the individual claimed, among other issues, that the collector should not have been allowed to file suit during the pandemic because of a clause in the agreement with … The post N.J. Appeals Court Upholds Ruling Over Suit Filed During Pandemic appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.
Nexa Collect
JUNE 28, 2022
Collection agencies offer two types of collection services to their clients. “ Fixed Fee ” and “ Contingency Only ” service. In the Fixed fee service a collection agency sends multiple written demands only. In the Contingency service one written debt validation notice is sent followed by collection calls from an experienced debt collector.
Nerd Wallet
JUNE 30, 2022
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. Everybody’s piling into the “we’re raising prices due to inflation” game. Is it corporate greed or something else that’s.
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.
Sawin & Shea
JUNE 29, 2022
If, like many, you are struggling with debt and are behind on payments, you may be stressed out by all of the calls you are receiving from your creditors. While it is normal and expected for debtors to receive calls or notices in the mail or email from their creditors and debt collectors, it is not okay for them to harass you or intimidate you. Creditor harassment is unlawful, and there are many other things that debt collectors don’t want debtors to know to make it easier for them to get away w
Account Recovery
JUNE 27, 2022
A District Court judge in Illinois has granted a defendant’s motion for summary judgment in a Fair Debt Collection Practices Act case, ruling that emails sent to the plaintiff by the defendant did not violate the statute. The case presents an interesting twist on standing to sue under the FDCPA and communicating with consumers via … The post Judge Grants MSJ for Defendant in FDCPA Case Over Email Sent to Represented Plaintiff appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.
UK debt collections
JUNE 30, 2022
International Debt Recovery has always been a challenge for those involved in the importing and exporting of goods. The collect of a debt in Los Angeles is obviously going to be more of a headache than debt collection in London. Where there is a shortfall in goods received or purchased, a black hole is often left and the task of International debt recovery becomes prominent.
Nerd Wallet
JUNE 29, 2022
Buy now, pay later services are an increasingly popular way to purchase products online. These services often target young shoppers through social networks and promote the ability to purchase products like clothing or makeup via a small down payment followed by installment payments to cover the difference. But it’s not just physical stuff that you. Sally French writes for NerdWallet.
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.
Consumer Finance
JUNE 27, 2022
Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued an interpretive rule affirming states’ abilities to protect their residents through their own fair credit reporting laws.
Account Recovery
JUNE 29, 2022
Just because grandma allows your kids to run in her house does not mean that you have to let them run in yours, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced to states yesterday, issuing an interpretive rule reminding them that the Fair Credit Reporting Act does not preempt states from enacting their own credit reporting laws, … The post CFPB Issues Rule Outlining How States Can Enact Credit Reporting Laws appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.
UK debt collections
JUNE 28, 2022
A fake lawyer has been charged in connection with offences in a County Court hearing. The man has admitted posing as a lawyer at Coventry County Court when he does not have the necessary legal qualifications. The individual is named Naveed Rai, who resides in Bromsgrove. Rai pleaded guilty at Gloucester Crown Court on June 23 to three charges brought by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Nerd Wallet
JUNE 30, 2022
As you drive by “for sale” signs during your search for your next home, you may spot one that says “contingent” or “pending.” These are sort of limbo states for homes that happen when the seller has accepted an offer but the transaction is not yet finished. In these cases, the home could become available. Taylor Getler writes for NerdWallet. Email: tgetler@nerdwallet.com.
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!
Consumer Finance
JUNE 29, 2022
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued an order today terminating Payactiv’s Sandbox Approval Order relating to its earned wage access products. The CFPB had given Payactiv special regulatory treatment, including as to liability under a relevant federal consumer financial law with respect to these products. Payactiv requested the termination in order to make changes to its fee model.
Account Recovery
JUNE 29, 2022
A new payment platform, which allows consumers to split payments across multiple debit and credit cards, has announced that it has raised $5.5 million to help it launch. Among the investors in the platform are Odell Beckham, Jr., and actress Robin Wright, according to a published report. The platform, called Kasheesh, allows consumers to split … The post New Payment Platform Allows Consumers to Split Payments Across Multiple Cards appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.
UK debt collections
JUNE 27, 2022
Debt recovery efforts at Dorset Council are returning to normal following two years of a ‘light touch’ approach due to the pandemic. Dorset Council Executive director for finance Aidan Dunn told councillors that one of the areas of concern remained debts to the authority although officers were being mindful of the pressures many residents were now under because of the rapidly rising cost of living increases.
Nerd Wallet
JUNE 26, 2022
The “buy now, pay later” transaction is simple: Shoppers are offered an installment loan at the point of purchase, spreading the cost of the product across several payments. They’re often available without a credit check. Buy now, pay later financing has become a go-to payment method at most major retailers for everything from clothing and. Anna Helhoski writes for NerdWallet.
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.
Public Citizen
JUNE 29, 2022
Vijay Raghavan of Brooklyn has written Shifting Burdens at the Fringe, 102 Boston University Law Review (2022). Here's the abstract: Scholars are increasingly arguing that consumer law can be a site of distribution. This raises at least two concerns: the classic argument associated with Louis Kaplow & Steven Shavell against redistributing income through legal rules, and a more recent concern that additional equity in consumer law will mean less equity in other important domains.
Account Recovery
JULY 1, 2022
A District Court judge in Utah has approved a requested award for attorney’s fees in a Fair Debt Collection Practices Act case, but lowered the award for the named plaintiff in the class-action case, ruling that an incentive award beyond what is statutorily allowed was not authorized under the FDCPA. A copy of the ruling … The post Judge Refuses to Allow Incentive Award for Named Plaintiff in FDCPA Class Action appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.
Fraser
JULY 1, 2022
Five Stories that Matter in Michigan This Week – July 1, 2022; Legal, Legislative, and Regulatory Insights. Bills Easing Regulations on Michigan Child Care Providers Signed Into Law. Governor Whitmer recently signed into law Michigan House Bills 5041-5048, which increase the number of children family child care and group care homes can serve, and also lowers the minimum age for workers at such businesses.
Nerd Wallet
JUNE 27, 2022
Adjustable-rate mortgages suffered a tarnished reputation after the 2008 financial crisis. They faded away and lurked on the fringes of the mortgage market for years. But as home buyers grapple today with skyrocketing prices and interest rates, ARMs are making a comeback. And that’s totally not a bad thing. ARMs are appealing because they start. Holden Lewis writes for NerdWallet.
Speaker: Melissa Hurrington
What’s holding finance teams back isn’t just process inefficiency. It’s culture gaps, reactive mindsets, and missed opportunities to lead real change. In an era of disruption, finance leaders can no longer afford to operate on autopilot and the most resilient teams aren’t just efficient—they’re connected, talent driven, and culture-focused. Join Melissa Hurrington for an exploration into how finance leaders can evolve beyond process and numbers to create adaptive, people-powered teams that thriv
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