Account Recovery
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
Nearly three-quarters of Millennials are carrying non-mortgage debt, with the average member of that generation owing $117,000, according to the results of a recently released survey. Driving the News: Two-thirds of Millennials are carrying credit card debt, following by student loans (48%), personal loans (42%), medical debt (42%), and auto loans (40%).
Sawin & Shea
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
When filing Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, it’s critical to understand the difference between consumer debt and non-consumer debt. Your consumer and non-consumer debts impact your ability to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy, and your debt types also determine what’s protected by an automatic stay when filing Chapter 13 bankruptcy. If you’re considering filing Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, consider enlisting the help of skilled bankruptcy attorneys.
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American Profit Recovery
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
Hold on… not so fast! Before your business decides it’s not a good idea to use a collection agency or you simply cannot afford it, we have a few pieces of advice you should consider before shutting the door on getting third-party help. There is much more to consider before you decide not to use a collection agency to improve your cash flow. If you have customers that continue to pay late, customers that don’t pay at all or both, check out our reasons to seriously consider getting hel
Consumer Finance
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
Business model relies on data collection, and loans serve as close substitute for credit cards.
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.
Account Recovery
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau yesterday announced plans to increase its oversight of the Buy Now, Pay Later industry, by issuing guidance or a rule that will more closely align the product with its credit card cousins, and by instituting supervisory examinations of BNPL providers. Use of BNPL products — which allow consumers to make … The post CFPB Announces Plans to Regulate BNPL Market appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.
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American Profit Recovery
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
Your accounts receivables never sleep and it’s always a great time to review your procedures and make any adjustments necessary. After all, the health of your business depends on it. And as we approach the last quarter of 2022, it’s a smart idea to take a pause and conduct a thorough review of all your accounts receivable procedures including how you handle late and non-paying customers.
Nerd Wallet
SEPTEMBER 16, 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. The Federal Reserve’s job hasn’t been easy amid this year’s economic volatility. The Consumer Price Index, a key inflation.
Account Recovery
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
A District Court judge in New York has granted a defendant’s motion to dismiss after it was sued for violating the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, and the Telephone Consumer Protection Act for allegedly placing more than 200 calls to try and collect on a debt and falsely reporting incorrect … The post Judge Grants MTD in FCRA, FDCPA, TCPA Case appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.
Troutman Sanders
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
On September 6, Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael Hsu warned that fintech and big techs partnerships and their forays into payment and lending could lead to increased risk for the banking industry. “My sense is that we are still in the early stages of a significant shift in how banking services are going to be provided in the future.” A copy of his remarks, made at the Clearing House Association and Bank Policy Institute’s Annual Conference , can be found here.
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.
American Profit Recovery
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
By Sabrine: Employees may not be comfortable asking questions or asking for advice from their peers because of the environment they are working in. Luckily here at American Profit Recovery, it’s unlikely to be the case because we provide professional development opportunities on a consistent basis. Once a week, we hold a meeting called “Best Practices,” hosted by our top debt collection professionals, work team leads, and management.
Nerd Wallet
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Beth Bourdon, an assistant public defender at the Orange County Public Defender’s Office in Orlando, Florida, was used to her student loans not qualifying for relief that other federal loans did. She had Family Federal Education Loan Program, or FFEL, loans. They’re an older type of federal student loan that may be owned by the. Anna Helhoski writes for NerdWallet.
Account Recovery
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
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 Brian Glass of H
True Accord
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Trying to keep up with regulations in debt collection can feel overwhelming especially with new cases and federal guidance coming out regularly interpreting the law and states actively amending or creating new laws that impact debt collectors, original creditors, and current creditors. Here are four common compliance myths and misconceptions for collections debunked (no detective work needed)!
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
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
Director Chopra delivered prepared remarks on a press call discussing the release of a report on market trends and consumer impacts from Buy Now, Pay Later loans.
Nerd Wallet
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
The holiday season rolls around at the same time each year, but unexpected expenses can catch you, and your wallet, off guard. Creating a holiday budget can help turn those surprises into anticipated costs. It can also give you a solid foundation from the start by saving you lots of time and stress — not. Amanda Barroso writes for NerdWallet. Email: abarroso@nerdwallet.com.
Account Recovery
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director Rohit Chopra yesterday appeared to be unswayed by accusations from Senate Republicans that the Bureau is not staying in its lane, saying that the CFPB will “keep doing our work, regardless of the false accusations that are made about our staff.” Chopra spoke virtually at an event celebrating the 50th … The post Chopra Stands Firm in Response to Senate Republicans appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.
UK debt collections
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
In figures released by the Registry Trust earlier this year, data showed that 84% of the County Court Judgements (CCJ) issued were deemed as unsatisfied. This means that only 16% of CCJs were recorded by the courts as being satisfied for the year between 2020 to 2021. County Court Money Claims are often seen as the very last resort when a debt goes unpaid.
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!
Taurus Collect
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
The debt collection industry struggles to get good press. The harmful or illegal actions of a few unprincipled companies have overshadowed the value and importance of debt collection agencies that diligently return money to their actual owners. However, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has set specific rules and guidelines regarding how Debt Collection Agencies should operate and the policies they must follow to support vulnerable customers.
Nerd Wallet
SEPTEMBER 10, 2022
Although it may be possible to buy a car without insurance, most dealerships require that you have insurance coverage before you can drive off in your new vehicle. All states, except Virginia and New Hampshire, require car insurance. If you live in a state where car insurance is required, you must show proof of insurance. Ciarra Jones writes for NerdWallet.
Account Recovery
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
The number of individuals across the country with past-due medical debts has remained the same since 2015, despite an increase in cost-sharing with employers, according to research that was published by the Employee Benefit Research Institute. The Data: Roughly 22% of adults had a past-due medical debt in 2021, compared with 23% in 2018 and … The post Report Breaks Down Who is Carrying Unpaid Medical Debts appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.
UK debt collections
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
Southern Water is threatening to use debt collection agencies against customers involved in a payment boycott in protest against continuing raw sewage discharges. The water company, which was given the lowest one star rating for performance by the Environment Agency, has informed boycotters that it will be using bailiffs if they continue to hold back bill payments.
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.
Direct Recovery
SEPTEMBER 10, 2022
Having a commercial debt collection agency to handle collection efforts is a huge advantage that small businesses around the country would love to have working for them. However, most of those same small businesses don’t bother picking up the phone to arrange such a partnership because they have already led themselves to believe that it isn’t financially possible.
Nerd Wallet
SEPTEMBER 13, 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. Raising kids is expensive: On average, the expenses of one child from birth to age 17 add up to. Erin El Issa writes for NerdWallet.
Account Recovery
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
ANOTHER COLLECTOR FACING CLASS-ACTION OVER LOCATION, FORMAT OF EMAIL OPT-OUT DISCLOSURE The disclosure, which was a hyperlink at the bottom of the email, was not “clear and conspicuous” enough, according to the complaint. The disclosure also did not provide instructions for how to inform the debt collector via email that the consumer wished to opt … The post Daily Digest – September 16.
FFGN COLLECT NY
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
In some cases, debt collection lawyers may offer contingency fee debt collection arrangements also known as no recovery, no fee collections. The debt collection process can include demand, mediation, arbitration, litigation and judgment enforcement. The availability of contingency fee debt collection depends upon the state’s and/or country’s rules and laws.
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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