Arbeit Software
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
Our very own Market Research Analyst, Kaitlyn Filippi , Marketing Director, Tracy Montour , and CEO, Alex Villafranca sat down to discuss communication preferences by generation and how they apply to both the debt collection industry and other businesses. What they discovered might surprise you!
Account Recovery
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
A number of groups, including two debt collection companies, have filed briefs with the Supreme Court in support of Facebook in a Telephone Consumer Protection Act Case that seeks to define what constitutes an automated telephone dialing system once and for all. Amicus briefs were due to be filed by Sept. 11. Included in the … The post Collection Companies Among Group Filing Briefs Urging Supreme Court to Narrow ATDS Definition appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.
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Credit Corp
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
Credit cards are a great tool for building credit. They’re easy to use, offer flexibility, and sometimes even reward you for using them. Most also directly impact your credit score and are used by many people to begin building their credit profile. But what if you don’t want a credit card or are having trouble qualifying one? Don’t worry. There are other plenty of other ways to build a strong credit history.
Enterprise Recovery
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020
Whether you're working for an company or on your own, the thought of saying 'no' to a client can be panic-inducing. It can be especially stressful if you're starting your own business or trying to grow your new business. The good news is that there are particular situations that actually call for a resounding negative response. When you say "no," you can feel like you're doing what's right for you and your business.
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.
Nexa Collect
SEPTEMBER 15, 2020
The current COVID-19 pandemic and the drastic measures that governments undertook to slow the disease’s spread have devastated the global economy. Unemployment climbed precipitously in the pandemic’s early months. In the United States, it peaked in April at 14.7%, wiping out the previous decade’s gains in a matter of months. Businesses around the country and the globe were forced to close, with many remaining so today, or operating at a fraction of their average volume.
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Nerd Wallet
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
About 1 in 3 people 65 and older in the U.S. enroll in Medicare Advantage, the private insurance alternative to traditional Medicare. It’s not hard to see why: Medicare Advantage plans often cover stuff that Medicare doesn’t, and most people don’t pay extra for it. But Medicare Advantage can be more expensive if you get. Liz Weston is a writer at NerdWallet.
TCPA
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020
On September 16, the U.S. Supreme Court announced that it will conduct a telephonic oral argument for the Facebook, Inc. v. Duguid matter on December 8, 2020. As regular readers of our blog know, the Supreme Court granted Facebook, Inc.
Nexa Collect
SEPTEMBER 12, 2020
Trusting someone can be as difficult and risky in business as it is in our personal lives. Businesses thrive not only because they do the right things at the right time, but because they associate themselves with distributors, vendors, investors, contractors and affiliates that respect their goals, share their work ethic, are experienced and financially stable, and fulfill the businesses’ needs with reliable execution.
Account Recovery
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020
Minneapolis, Minnesota – September 17, 2020 – ACA International and the Healthcare Financial Management Association Accounts Receivable Resolution Task Force reconvened this year to update best practices for the fair resolution of patients’ medical bills and address financial assistance policies in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and potential future public health emergencies.
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Nerd Wallet
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020
How soon you can refinance a mortgage depends on the type of home loan you have and the type of refinance mortgage you’re getting. Some mortgages let you refinance immediately after getting the original loan, if you want. Others require a period to elapse — what the mortgage business calls “seasoning.” This article outlines the. Holden Lewis is a writer at NerdWallet.
Debt Guru
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020
If you’re in debt in the US, you’re in good company. At the end of 2019, American household debt surged past $14 trillion (yep, that’s TRILLION with a “T”) for the first time. Most of this debt is in the form of mortgages, but credit card debt also hit a record high of $930 billion. But while you can take solace in the fact that you’re not alone, don’t take this to mean you’re not responsible – or that there’s nothing you can do to turn the tide.
The Kaplan Group
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
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Account Recovery
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020
Mark your calendars, ladies and gentleman. December 8 is not just a day that is two days before my birthday anymore. That Tuesday will be the day that the Supreme Court will hear arguments in Facebook v. Duguid, a case that aims to settle — once and for all — how an automated telephone dialing … The post Supreme Court Sets Date to Hear Arguments in TCPA ATDS Case appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.
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Nerd Wallet
SEPTEMBER 12, 2020
For homeowners in coastal states, the 2020 hurricane season could mean financial disaster. Named storms are rolling in at a record pace, with as many as 25 expected in the Atlantic this season — twice the average number. After battering the Louisiana coast in late August, Hurricane Laura alone may account for as much as. Doug Sibor is a writer at NerdWallet.
Debt Guru
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
Ever heard of the “50/30/20 rule?” . This type of spending plan has been around a while, although maybe you’re not familiar with it. But if you find most financial management plans too complex to be helpful, the simple budgeting strategy within the 50/30/20 could be the key that finally unlocks your ability to get on top – and stay on top – of your financial goals.
Credit Corp
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
Love the idea of working with animals, but don’t have the resources or desire to go through vet school? You can still put your love of pets or wildlife to work in your career. Here are twelve jobs working with animals that can pay the bills for any animal lover. 1. Groomer. Groomers help pets look their best by cleaning them, trimming fur and providing other services.
Account Recovery
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
A majority of Americans have medical debt, have had that debt placed into collections, have not tried to negotiate to lower the cost of how much they owe, and are not in a payment plan, according to the results of a survey conducted by Debt.com. The survey only included 1,186 people from all 50 states, … The post Most Americans Do Not Negotiate Medical Debt Balance, Are Not in Payment Plan: Survey appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.
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?
Nerd Wallet
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
Your credit is like insurance: It’s not top of mind until you need it, then it can make all the difference. Credit matters, whether you’re trying to gain access to credit products like loans, rent an apartment or even get approved for a cell phone. And most Americans (69%) report that they have an established. Erin El Issa is a writer at NerdWallet.
Prosperity Now
SEPTEMBER 15, 2020
While the COVID-19 pandemic is causing a nationwide economic slowdown, it has hit small businesses particularly hard—especially those owned by
Consumer Finance
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director Kathleen L. Kraninger has announced the appointment of members to the Consumer Advisory Board (CAB), Community Bank Advisory Council (CBAC), Credit Union Advisory Council (CUAC), and Academic Research Council (ARC).
Account Recovery
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, along with 48 attorneys general, have reached a settlement that will see the owner of $330 million in private student loans forgive all of that amount after being accused of engaging in unfair acts and practices in violation of the Consumer Financial Protection Act. A copy of the complaint, filed … The post CFPB, State AGs Settle With Private Lender; $330M of Student Loans to be Discharged appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.
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?
Nerd Wallet
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
Automating your finances, whether for paying bills or saving money, is a secret to growing wealth. Cash-back apps can be a part of that strategy by providing you discounts, rebates or points applied to future purchases. This is not a big-money play. It’s more of “a penny saved” sort of thing. But it helps to. Hal M. Bundrick, CFP is a writer at NerdWallet.
Prosperity Now
SEPTEMBER 15, 2020
The financial assistance provided by the federal government under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act constituted a
Titan Consulting
SEPTEMBER 15, 2020
Key Takeaways. Financial hardship could make it possible to negotiate debt balances and pay less than the full amount owed. Bankruptcy can wipe out unsecured bills, leaving creditors with no way to recover the debt. Therefore, creditors of unsecured debt are often willing to accept less than the full balance owed if you are unable to pay off the balance in full.
Account Recovery
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
A service that started in Utah to help individuals respond to debt collection lawsuits yesterday announced it would now be available nationwide as it seeks to win $50,000 in a technology competition. AccountsRecovery.net first wrote about SoloSuit back in 2018, when a group of students at Brigham Young University launched the idea, which allowed users … The post Site That Helps Consumers Respond to Collection Suits Launches Nationwide appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.
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