Credit Corp
NOVEMBER 9, 2020
If you or someone you know has dealt with a collection agency, you know how trying it can be. Debt collection agencies have a long history of harassment and illegal practices. Can a collection agency report to a credit bureau without notifying you? The answer might not be that simple. Knowing illegal debt collection practices can help identify when you’re being treated unfairly.
Nerd Wallet
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
Hiring professional movers can get pricey — and keeping costs down requires more than finding free boxes. Here are four costly moving mistakes, and how you can avoid them. 1. Hiring movers without vetting If you don’t research a moving company before booking, you might end up with a much larger bill — and more. Tracy Scott is a writer at NerdWallet.
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Debt
JULY 21, 2020
When the House of Representative passed the $3-trillion HEROES Act on May 15, it all but guaranteed that a second stimulus check would arrive for Americans in need of financial help for COVID-19. How much that guarantee is worth and when it will be delivered is up to the U.S. Senate, which is debating the many […]. The post Details on the HEROES Act appeared first on Debt.org.
Public Citizen
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
by Paul Alan Levy. Much like the case of Jeremy Whittaker a few years ago, a demand letter from the general counsel of an elective transit district in the East Bay seeks to interfere with the political campaign of a candidate seeking to replace the lawyer’s bosses. The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District has threatened Victoria Fierce because her campaign web site violates an ordinance adopted by that municipal body because it contains photographs in which the AT Transit logo can
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.
Sawin & Shea
JULY 8, 2020
Chapter 13 bankruptcy can wipe out most kinds of debts and leave you with a much brighter financial picture. But Chapter 13 can’t discharge all types of debt you’ve taken on. Some debts will remain after your bankruptcy, although you’ll be in a much better position to handle them. Here’s a closer look at how it works. Which Debts Can Be Discharged By Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?
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Brown and Joseph
AUGUST 18, 2020
Not all insurance policies are boring! Since the insurance industry can be a little dry, here are 13 interesting insurance facts you probably didn’t know.… The post 13 Interesting Insurance Facts appeared first on Brown & Joseph, LLC.
UK debt collections
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
As the United Kingdom continues to ease its Coronavirus restrictions , 54% of current actively trading Businesses are facing piles of unpaid invoices. The results from a survey by the Office of National Statistics make for shocking reading. The survey which was given the title ‘The Business impact of Coronavirus’ has just published their findings. 1 in 10 businesses are in moderate or severe financial risk of insolvency but on a positive note, 79% of Uk firms are considered low risk
True Accord
SEPTEMBER 2, 2020
In our second installment of “Between Two FinTechs,” an interview series with leaders in financial technology, we have Hunter Walk , co-founder and partner of seed stage venture fund Homebrew. Previously at YouTube and Google, Hunter uses his startup and scaling expertise to help founders articulate their product/market fit, recruit stellar teams and build well-defined cultures.
TCPA
AUGUST 11, 2020
In Allan v. Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, the Sixth Circuit weighed in on the definition of an ATDS, joining the Second and Ninth Circuits in reading it expansively.
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Prosperity Now
MAY 21, 2020
The disproportionate contraction of COVID-19 within the Navajo Nation is just one more indicator of the challenges and vulnerabilities that
Credit Corp
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
Small businesses are a huge part of the American economy. They make up 99% of all businesses in the nation. But even in good times, small businesses have around a 50% long-term survival rate , making economic uncertainty and a global pandemic extremely worrisome for many small-business owners. Find out how you can support small businesses in your community this holiday season to help make your local economy a bit merrier and brighter.
Nerd Wallet
NOVEMBER 10, 2020
This article provides information and education for investors. NerdWallet does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks or securities. If you’ve ever wondered how your retirement savings stacks up against your peers, you’re in good company. The desire to know where you land.
Debt
AUGUST 12, 2020
There are signs that another round coronavirus relief – and the $1,200 second stimulus check that’s the featured centerpiece in it – may not happen after all. Democratic leaders Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) and Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) have not spoken with Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin or White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows in five days […]. The post Update on the Second Round of Stimulus Checks appeared first on Debt.org.
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Public Citizen
JUNE 29, 2020
by Paul Alan Levy. As I have discussed in several previous posts , Mathew Higbee has built up a significant copyright enforcement business that depends on the issuance of threatening demand letters that are followed up by a small army of “compliance resolution specialists” who nag and threaten large awards of damages, the issuance of judgment liens, imposing short deadlines before the matter will be “escalated” to “the litigation team.
Sawin & Shea
AUGUST 31, 2020
Sometimes the best offense is a good defense, even when it comes to finances. If you have been hit hard by the economic upheaval of the coronavirus, filing for bankruptcy may be your best option. At a time when thousands are already struggling with historic stressors due to the uncertainty caused by the pandemic, it may be that bankruptcy could relieve the pressures you find yourself facing.
Consumer Finance
OCTOBER 20, 2020
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued a final rule to extend the Government-Sponsored Enterprise Patch until the mandatory compliance date of a final rule amending the General Qualified Mortgage loan definition in Regulation Z.
The Kaplan Group
NOVEMBER 21, 2020
What will be different about accounts receivable in 2021? Most of us will be pretty eager to leave 2020 behind. But, a lot of what we’re experiencing now, will most likely carry over into the new year. At least in terms of the economy. Here are 5 trends I’m expecting to see emerge or continue in accounts receivable in the new year. 1. More automation.
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?
UK debt collections
NOVEMBER 13, 2020
Delayed payments continue to plague suppliers, particularly Small Businesses, and unfortunately, the global pandemic has only worsened this pain point. This week’s B2B Data Digest looks at the latest stats in the fight against late payments, and finds several instances in which the COVID-19 crisis has exacerbated the late payments problem. 25 companies surveyed in the denim supply chain have revealed “destructive” behaviors from their corporate clients, according to a new rep
Jimerson Firm
AUGUST 11, 2020
The board of directors of community associations are responsible for making important decisions affecting the community and its members. As a result, disputes sometimes arise between the association and its members. In the event the dispute evolves into a lawsuit, the business judgment rule will protect directors from personal liability so long as they did not breach their fiduciary duty.
PBWT
NOVEMBER 15, 2020
The Bankruptcy Code enables a trustee to set aside certain transfers made by debtors before bankruptcy. See 11 U.S.C. §§ 544, 547, 548. These avoidance powers are subject to certain limitations, including a safe harbor in section 546(e) exempting certain transfers. Among other things, section 546(e) bars avoidance of a “settlement payment. made by or to (or for the benefit of). a financial institution [or] a transfer made by or to (or for the benefit of) a. financial institution.
Debt Guru
JULY 19, 2020
Every month, you face a mound of credit card and bank statements (or your inbox fills up with them, and you have to write a separate check (or perform an individual internet transfer) for each of them. All the while, you feel like you’re no closer to zeroing out your balance on any of those debts. To get out of this frustrating and time-consuming loop, many people opt for consolidation to combine multiple debts into one.
Speaker: William Hord, Vice President of ERM Services
A well-defined change management process is critical to minimizing the impact that change has on your organization. Leveraging the data that your ERM program already contains is an effective way to help create and manage the overall change management process within your organization. Your ERM program generally assesses and maintains detailed information related to strategy, operations, and the remediation plans needed to mitigate the impact on the organization.
Credit Corp
AUGUST 16, 2020
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the median sales price of new homes in May 2020 was around $317,000. Even if you’re purchasing a home that falls well below that average, chances are it’s one of the most expensive things you’ll ever buy. With such a big expense, you might be wondering—how much do you need to save for a house? The good news?
Nerd Wallet
NOVEMBER 9, 2020
Baby boomers now owe the most student debt, according to new data from the financial services company Fidelity. Their average outstanding loan balance: $75,000. The research says that’s due in part to federal parent PLUS loans. According to the most recent data from the Department of Education, more than 3.5 million parents nationwide have these. Ryan Lane is a writer at NerdWallet.
Debt
AUGUST 5, 2020
Congress and the White House are still debating whether the HEALS Act, HEROES Act – or some compromise Act in between – will deliver the next round of coronavirus relief to a wobbly American economy, but at least they’ve set a deadline. Well, sort of a deadline. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and White House Chief […]. The post Details on the HEALS Act appeared first on Debt.org.
Arbeit Software
AUGUST 21, 2020
Identifying yourself as a trusted, legal caller is the first line of defense in mitigating improper call blocking and labeling events.
Speaker: Karl Camilleri, Cloud Services Product Manager at phoenixNAP
Did you know that 2021 was a record-breaking year for ransomware? The days of a “once in a while” attack against businesses and organizations are over. Cyberthreats have become a serious issue. With 495.1 million attacks, the threat marked a 148% increase compared to 2020 and was the most expensive year on record! As a result, data protection needs to be a concern for most banks, businesses, and information technology specialists.
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