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On the fence about hiring a collection agency?

American Profit Recovery

We are going to make a bold assumption. That you have customers that have not paid you yet. They are either late in paying you, or they have not paid you at all. Whether it was an oversight, a dispute in your product or service, or maybe that customer has just struggled financially and they have decided not to pay your business. There are so many reasons why a customer or client has not paid you yet and it’s a tough situation to be in when you’re trying to improve your cash flow.

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Joint and Several Liability and Debt Collection

FFGN COLLECT NY

The joint and several clause appears in almost every legal loan document. Many people sign loan documents and guarantees after a quick glance because they want to make a deal. The issue with signing without reading the underlying documents is that if and when someone seeks to enforce the agreement as set forth in the document, you are charged with having read it and agreeing to the terms contained therein.

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Should I Pay Off My Credit Card Debt or My Mortgage?

Titan Consulting

Key Takeaways. Credit card debt features low monthly payments, but double-digit interest which compounds daily, causing balances to grow fast and making it hard to eliminate the debt. Mortgage payments offer low-interest rates, but higher monthly payments on larger balances over a long period of time. Paying off credit cards will save you money on daily compounding interest payments.

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FCC Issues NPRM on TCPA Exemptions

Account Recovery

The Federal Communications Commission has issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that seeks to possibly amend the exemptions that have been granted under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act allowing some entities to make calls using automated telephone dialing systems or artificial or pre-recorded voices, which could possibly include debt collection calls.

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From Complexity to Clarity: Strategies for Effective Compliance and Security Measures

Speaker: Erika R. Bales, Esq.

When we talk about “compliance and security," most companies want to ensure that steps are being taken to protect what they value most – people, data, real or personal property, intellectual property, digital assets, or any other number of other things - and it’s more important than ever that safeguards are in place. Let’s step back and focus on the idea that no matter how complicated the compliance and security regime, it should be able to be distilled down to a checklist.

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Use an Accounts Receivable Collections Policy to Get Paid on Time

Enterprise Recovery

Does your business suffer from late paying customers? Are you a flying-by-the-seat-of-your-pants A/R department of one? Do your clients get away with paying your business late or not at all without any consequences? If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, an accounts receivable collections policy can help you: Get paid on time. Organize your accounts receivable process so you can handle the job alone.

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Collection Agency for Snow Removal Companies

Nexa Collect

For snow removal companies overdue accounts receivable is an ongoing issue. Their customers can be a small business, government, large corporates as well as private homeowners. Customer excuses may range from underbudgeting the cost snow removal work, to temporary economic problems. Not getting paid on time can quickly restrict your cash flow, that’s why hiring a collection agency when an account is 60 days past due is absolutely the right choice.

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Judge Overrules Sanctions Recommendation in FDCPA Case

Account Recovery

After a Magistrate Court judge recommended that the defendants in a Fair Debt Collection Practices Act case file a motion for sanctions, a District Court judge in New York has denied the motion, ruling that the “reckless and overzealous advocacy” of the plaintiffs does not rise to the threshold of constituting “bad faith.” A copy … The post Judge Overrules Sanctions Recommendation in FDCPA Case appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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How Much Does One Late Payment Affect Credit Scores?

Credit Corp

If you’re serious about your credit score, you need to pay your bills on time. One late payment can have a devastating effect on your credit score. Here’s what you need to know about late payments and your credit score, and what you can do to protect yourself. How Late Payments Affect Credit Scores. Your payment history is the biggest factor in determining your credit score, so it’s imperative that you pay your bills on time whenever possible.

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How to Pay for a Home Remodel Without Tapping Your Equity

Nerd Wallet

Erin Nelsen’s house could use more walls. The certified financial planner works outside the home from an office in Cypress, California. But her husband, Shawn, works from a makeshift home office in their kitchen. From there, he hears his kids attending online school through an opening to the adjacent dining room. To accommodate his new. Annie Millerbernd is a writer at NerdWallet.

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When It Comes to Collections Software, “Good Enough” Isn’t Good Enough

Are you finding some snags in your collections process? With delinquencies, and the number of consumers looking for payment assistance on the rise, it may be time to consider an efficient cloud-based software to support your team. Learn how MeridianLink® Collect has helped financial institutions like yours streamline collections processes.

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SWOT Analysis: Effective Business Decision-Making Process

Nexa Collect

Theodore Roosevelt once said: “In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing”. Making decisions is essential in everyday life and the business world, and we can learn from those who have done it better. Good strategic thinkers tend to be not only good analysts but to be able to maintain a critical and fair attitude about their goals and the elements or factors needed to achieve them.

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Daily Digest – October 1. Getting to Know Katie Zugsay of Finexus Insurance Agency; NYC DWCP Releases Glossary as Enforcement of New Rule Starts

Account Recovery

GETTING TO KNOW KATIE ZUGSAY OF FINEXUS INSURANCE AGENCY Kudos to Katie Zugsay not just for having the ambition and fortitude to strike out on her own, but to do so during a global pandemic. Zugsay recently launched Finexus Insurance Agency, merging her experience in insurance and collections to now help agencies across the country. … The post Daily Digest – October 1.

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How Much Cash Do You Really Need to Buy a Home?

Credit Corp

Are you ready to buy a home? You’re not alone—in 2019, more than five million people bought an existing home. And that doesn’t even include the number of people who purchased new construction. The point is, the housing market is always bustling and busy. And if it’s your first time buying a home, it might seem a bit daunting. You might have a couple of questions—how much money do you need to buy a home?

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Wyndham Earner vs. Plus: Which Is Right for You?

Nerd Wallet

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts launched a new set of credit cards that could appeal to road trippers, largely thanks to one standout spending category: Gas. Wyndham’s two new credit cards for consumers, issued by Barclays include: Wyndham Rewards® Earner? Credit Card ($0 annual fee). Wyndham Rewards Earner Plus Credit Card ($75 annual fee). Both cards.

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10 Ways to Improve Payment Collections with Salesforce

For finance teams using Salesforce’s powerful CRM technology, automation can transform accounts receivable processes, driving efficiency and delivering measurable results like cost savings, reduced customer churn, and lower DSO.

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6 Tips for Debt Settlement before you go Legal

Debt Recoveries

Hey, Adam Stewart here. I know debt collection can be an uncomfortable process, even for large businesses. These tips are designed to help you understand the options you have for debt collection, before you go down the legal path. It all starts with your account handling processes. Whether you are following up accounts, accurate and detailed records will help you quickly identify and deal with delinquent accounts.

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NYC DCWP Releases Debt Glossary As Enforcement of New Rule Starts Today

Account Recovery

A new rule in New York City requiring collection agencies let individuals know if they offer translation or services in languages other than English that went into effect in June will start being enforced today by the city’s Department of Consumer and Worker Protection. Collection agencies that collect from individuals living in New York City … The post NYC DCWP Releases Debt Glossary As Enforcement of New Rule Starts Today appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Serving a Defendant in a Residential Foreclosure Action by Publication

Jimerson Firm

A residential mortgage foreclosure action is initiated in Florida by filing a verified complaint with the appropriate court. All named defendants will need to be notified of the lawsuit by being served process with a copy of the complaint and a summons. The defendants may be served by personal service or substituted service. If a defendant cannot be located, then service may be effected by constructive service, i.e., service by publication, which is governed by Chapter 49, Florida Statutes.

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Kikoff Credit-Builder Loan Review 2020

Nerd Wallet

The hardest part about building a credit history is getting access to credit in the first place. If becoming an authorized user on someone else’s credit card is not an option for you or you cannot afford the deposit on a secured card, Kikoff offers a cheap and simple way to build credit. The San. Amrita Jayakumar is a writer at NerdWallet. Email: ajayakumar@nerdwallet.com.

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Connect, Care, Convert: Secrets to Establishing Trust with Niche Markets and Turning Them Into Clients

Speaker: Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®

Niche markets represent a huge opportunity for the financial services industry in America. From college students and women to communities of color and low-to-moderate-income households, niche populations have specialized financial needs – but they often underutilize many valuable financial products and services. How can you better connect with these consumers?

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Consumer Groups Urge CFPB To Rescind Credit Reporting Guidance Issued in April

Troutman Sanders

Multiple consumer advocacy groups are demanding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (“CFPB”) rescind its April 1, 2020, credit reporting guidance regarding the investigation of error disputes vowed at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. In April, the CFPB said it would not hold companies to strict deadlines for investigating disputes that consumers have about information on their credit reports.

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Indiana AG Files Suit Against Scammer

Account Recovery

The Attorney General of Indiana yesterday announced he had filed a lawsuit against a collection agency, accusing it of engaging in deceptive and abusive collection practices and operating without a proper license. The lawsuit, filed against New Britain Financial and its founder, Nelson Macwan, was announced as part of Operation Corrupt Collector, a joint state … The post Indiana AG Files Suit Against Scammer appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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New Florida Law Substantially Reduces Retainage Rate on Government Construction Projects

Jimerson Firm

On September 18, 2020, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 101, an act relating to public construction , into law. This new law amends Section 218.735, Florida Statutes (the “Local Government Prompt Payment Act”) and Section 255.078, Florida Statutes (the “Florida Prompt Payment Act”), by reducing the maximum retainage rate on a government construction projects in Florida from 10% for the first half of a project, and 5% for the remainder, to a flat 5% throughout the life of the proje

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Pay-Per-Mile Car Insurance: What You Need to Know

Nerd Wallet

If you have a car but barely drive it (especially during the pandemic), you might find yourself wondering if there’s a cheaper car insurance option beyond traditional coverage. Pay-per-mile insurance might save you money — up to 40% in some cases — but only if you truly don’t drive regularly. » MORE: Coronavirus and car. Kayda Norman is a writer at NerdWallet.

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ERM Program Fundamentals for Success in the Banking Industry

Speaker: William Hord, Senior VP of Risk & Professional Services

Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) is critical for industry growth in today’s fast-paced and ever-changing risk landscape. When building your ERM program foundation, you need to answer questions like: Do we have robust board and management support? Do we understand and articulate our bank’s risk appetite and how that impacts our business units? How are we measuring and rating our risk impact, likelihood, and controls to mitigate our risk?

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Thriving in Third Party Debt Collection: An Interview With Lauren Valenzuela

PDC Flow

In accounts receivable, it's important to stay informed about upcoming legislation and other changes that will impact business (especially during major disruption, like the events happening this year). Lauren Valenzuela has been watching the trends and staying up-to-date with the latest in AR compliance as part of her job as Corporate Counsel, Performant Financial Corp.

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Daily Digest – September 30. FTC Announces Crackdown on Abusive Collection Practices; Three State AGs Go After Collection Scammers

Account Recovery

FTC ANNOUNCES NEW CRACKDOWN ON ABUSIVE COLLECTION PRACTICES The Federal Trade Commission yesterday announced the launch of Operation Corrupt Collector, a “crackdown” on collection operations that engage in abusive or harassing practices while also attempting to collect on debts that do not exist. STATE AGS FILE SUITS AGAINST ALLEGED SCAMMERS The Attorney General of Indiana … The post Daily Digest – September 30.

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Managing the Corona Debt Tsunami - The Experts Speak

Fico Collections

I was privileged to join Bruce Curry on a series of two digital roundtables recently, where 13 experienced minds of the industry got together to discuss the current and future situation around collections and recoveries during the current debt tsunami. The attendees had a combined experience of over 300 years across analytics, credit risk and operations across Europe, UK, the Middle East and Southern Africa.

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Smart Money Podcast: The Psychology of Debt, and When to Refinance

Nerd Wallet

Welcome to NerdWallet’s Smart Money podcast, where we answer your real-world money questions. This week’s episode starts with a discussion of NerdWallet’s new credit and debt survey, which shows people have complicated feelings about their plastic. Then we pivot to this week’s question from Amy in Pennsylvania. She writes, “I’m seeing a lot of offers for.

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You Put in a Full Work Week. Shouldn’t Your Collections Software Do the Same?

Discover a modern, cloud-based collection system that never takes a rest day. MeridianLink® Collect is an intuitive platform with advanced customization options developed to simplify the collections process. Here are four ways MeridianLink Collect can support your team: Omnichannel communications Compliance rules & checklists Workflows & queues One interface with supporting integrations And that’s just the start.