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Bankruptcy and Tax Refund Strategies

Sawin & Shea

As tax time approaches, it’s the perfect time to think about how you can make good financial decisions. For someone who’s pursuing Chapter 7 bankruptcy , this is especially important. Chapter 7 bankruptcies are liquidation bankruptcies, meaning non-exempt assets can be liquidated to pay your creditors back something. One of the most common assets that bankruptcy trustees seize is your tax refund.

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How Is Household Size Determined in Bankruptcy?

Sawin & Shea

Determining household size is an important measurement when facing bankruptcy. In fact, correctly determining household size can determine your eligibility for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. For some households, determining household size is simple. But for families that include relatives, extended family, or children living some or all of the time within a household, determining size can be more difficult.

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How Crypto Staking Works

Nerd Wallet

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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CFPB Proposes Mortgage Servicing Changes to Prevent Wave of COVID-19 Foreclosures

Consumer Finance

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) today proposed a set of rule changes intended to help prevent avoidable foreclosures as the emergency federal foreclosure protections expire.

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4 Things Great Companies Do to Improve Cash Flow

Speaker: Don Gallianza, Credit Manager at Chevron Phillips Chemical and Indy Chakrabarti, Chief Marketing Officer at HighRadius

4 Case Studies to Optimize DSO 26 Days Sales Outstanding. Already better than most. But, should you improve on that? Why would 3 fewer days even matter? It matters because it fundamentally transforms business outcomes. Join this webinar to explore 4 things companies do to reclaim hard dollars - not just soft costs - and go from good to great! What You'll Learn 6 operational KPIs every AR manager should track: Define and track these metrics to enhance performance, drive efficiency, and make infor

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Explained: The Adrenaline-Driven Rise to GameStop Stock

Credit Corp

GameStop, a dying video game retailer, has blown past epic proportions to the point of hitting all-time highs in the stock market. A few weeks ago, the company ( stock trading as ticker: GME) traded around lows of ~$19. As of January 27th, 2021, the GameStop stock has reached an all-time high of $350. That’s a ~1700 percent increase! Currently, GameStop’s market capitalization is $24 billion, previously $500-$700 million.

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Drop in UK Business Insolvencies masking a grim reality

UK debt collections

According to latest figures, Corporate and Business Insolvencies fell by 27.1% for 2020 in England and Wales. Unfortunately the statistics do not tell the whole story as many businesses in the UK are in distressed situations. There is a huge pile up of unpaid invoices in the UK with Small Businesses and organisations afraid to act. Many companies are simply waiting for ‘normal’ to return but nobody can actually forecast when that will be.

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Beyond Responsible AI: 8 Steps to Auditable Artificial Intelligence

Fico Collections

With novel artificial intelligence (AI) applications multiplying like rabbits these days, it may seem like the current wave of AI innovation is all beer and skittles. Lawsuits have a way of sobering up any metaphorical party and, in the wake of numerous high-profile racial bias and fairness cases, The Wall Street Journal reports that companies including Google, Twitter and Salesforce say they “plan to bulk up ethics teams responsible for evaluating the behavior of algorithms.”.

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Giving People Money Works: What the Expanded Child Tax Credit Has Taught Us (So Far!)

Prosperity Now

This October, the fourth installment of the monthly Child Tax Credit (CTC) payments will be reaching millions of families.

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Scary Money Tasks to Tackle Now

Nerd Wallet

There are some things no one wants to think about until they have to, like caregiving for your parents as they age and figuring out what happens to your finances when you die. But planning for these events now can spare you and your loved ones a lot of hassle later on. The first step. Amrita Jayakumar writes for NerdWallet. Email: ajayakumar@nerdwallet.com.

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Top 3 Banking Secrets to Stay Relevant with Gen Z Consumers

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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When It Can Be a Good Idea to Co-Sign for Your Young Adult

Nerd Wallet

If you’re the parent of a young adult, you may be asked to co-sign for a car loan or an apartment lease. Before you agree, know what’s at stake — you could be putting your own financial security at risk. What co-signing really means When you co-sign, you become fully responsible for someone else’s debt. Bev O'Shea writes for NerdWallet. Email: boshea@nerdwallet.com.

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Lifestyle Creep: Eroding Your Savings, One Raise at a Time

Nerd Wallet

This article provides information for educational purposes. NerdWallet does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend specific investments, including stocks, securities or cryptocurrencies. The idea of anything creeping in unnoticed is enough to unnerve the bravest among us. In the world of personal finance, it’s the subtle, sneaking changes in spending habits that.

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6 Times Short-Term Life Insurance Is a Good Idea

Nerd Wallet

With COVID-19 shutdowns easing across the country, many Americans are finding themselves in a time of transition. If you’re switching jobs, working on your health or trying to pay off a debt, a short-term life insurance policy could cover you until your situation changes. How does short-term life insurance work? There are two types of. Katia Iervasi writes for NerdWallet.

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Excise Tax: The Ultimate Guide for Small Businesses

Nerd Wallet

This article has been reviewed by tax expert Erica Gellerman, CPA. An excise tax is a tax charged for items that are frequently seen either as socially harmful or as a luxury good or service. Luxury vehicles are subject to excise tax, as are alcohol, gas, airline tickets, indoor tanning and more. Excise tax is sometimes. Nina Godlewski writes for NerdWallet.

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How Collection Agencies Minimize Effort and Maximize Results with the Right Software

Navigating collections in the dynamic financial landscape presents multifaceted challenges. Organizations face pressures to maintain standards alongside software challenges like regulatory adaptations, data integration, security, workflow optimization, and automation. Finding the right software can save time and money. BEAM offers a comprehensive solution with specialized modules to streamline debt collection effortlessly.

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Savings Tips for Newbies, Experts and Everyone in Between

Nerd Wallet

When it comes to saving money, this year may look a little different from years past. The savings rate is lower than its peak of about 34% in April 2020, but Americans are still saving more than they did before the pandemic. This is according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, which defines savings. Margarette Burnette writes for NerdWallet. Email: mburnette@nerdwallet.com.

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First-Time Home Buyer Programs by State

Nerd Wallet

Exploring local and national first-time home buyer assistance programs is an important step in the journey to homeownership. Many state housing authorities combine closing cost and down payment assistance programs with mortgages that have favorable interest rates. Some states even offer tax credits you can use on your federal tax return. These first-time home buyer assistance.

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How Video Games Can Level Up Kids’ Money Skills

Nerd Wallet

Every few days, my 8-year-old son, Neal, asks if he can “earn something” on Roblox, a popular online video game platform. That’s his way of suggesting I buy him Robux, the platform’s currency, in exchange for him doing a chore or extra academic assignment. While I usually decline these requests, his persistence made me wonder. Kimberly Palmer writes for NerdWallet.

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5 Ways to Trim Your Tax-Prep Costs This Year

Nerd Wallet

As millions of Americans embark on the annual ritual of tax preparation this year, many will buy tax software or hire human tax preparers — and it probably won’t be cheap. Tax software can easily run $100 or more for many people, and human tax pros charge $203 on average to do a tax return, Tina Orem writes for NerdWallet. Email: torem@nerdwallet.com.

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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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9 Ways to Get Free Books for Kids

Nerd Wallet

Reading has plenty of upsides for kids: It develops skills, boosts intelligence and sparks imagination. Despite the benefits, reading can still turn into an expensive hobby. Thankfully, there are ways you can get new, used and even virtual books without paying a cent. Here’s how to get free children’s books. How to get physical copies. Lauren Schwahn writes for NerdWallet.

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Black-Owned Banks and Credit Unions: Where to Find Them

Nerd Wallet

Black-owned banks tend to serve African Americans more than other banks do. Their mission includes closing the wealth gap in America. » Skip ahead to the list of Black-owned U.S. banks and credit unions The typical white family has eight times the wealth of the typical Black family, according to a 2019 Federal Reserve survey. Spencer Tierney writes for NerdWallet.

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Your Vacations Could Cost More Until Business Travel Returns

Nerd Wallet

As travel returns, you might start feeling some airfare sticker shock. It’s not necessarily because more people are vacationing again, though they certainly are. It’s more likely because fewer people are doing trips for business. And when business travelers don’t travel, leisure travel can get more expensive. It may seem counterintuitive, but these premium-paying travelers.

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Take Some of the Mystery Out of Buying a House Sight Unseen

Nerd Wallet

Last fall, when planning a move from North Carolina to Stillwater, Oklahoma, for a new job that would start in January, Andreza Conti Patara and her husband, Marcelo Patara, decided to buy a house. But the couple wanted to avoid air travel due to COVID-19, and buyers were snapping up homes in Stillwater soon after. Barbara Marquand writes for 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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9 Ways to Make Money as a Kid

Nerd Wallet

Job opportunities for children are limited, but not impossible to find. Sure, the minimum working age in the United States is 14, and some states may have a higher minimum employment age. However, there are certain exceptions, plus other ways besides traditional employment to make a few quick bucks. Need some ideas? Here are nine. Lauren Schwahn writes for NerdWallet.

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Where to Look If Your Small Business Can’t Get a PPP Loan

Nerd Wallet

The Paycheck Protection Program can be a lifeline for businesses that qualify, but it’s not the only program available for business owners struggling during the coronavirus pandemic. Those who don’t meet PPP requirements may be eligible for grants and other financing, including state and local grants and other loan programs supported by the Small Business.

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Buzzy Banking Apps for Kids and Teens

Nerd Wallet

Moms and dads who want to teach their kids about money have some trendy tools at their disposal: kid-focused mobile banking apps, many of which come with personalized debit cards. They teach kids how to save and spend (with mom or dad safely supervising account use) and make it easy to give an allowance. But. Margarette Burnette writes for NerdWallet.

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6 Black Financial Pros to Follow in 2021

Nerd Wallet

We were fortunate enough to connect with six financial experts who are big on helping people with their money. While they range in their professions — including certified financial planners, podcast hosts and authors — they all had to think about how to move forward after 2020. They offered their thoughts about people of color. Amanda Cruz-Lombrana writes for NerdWallet.

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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.