Debt Collectors Can Bolster Compliance Efforts with Account Monitoring Processes
The scenario presented in this recent ACA article highlights the complexities and legal ramifications debt collectors face when unknowingly contacting consumers who have declared bankruptcy. The court case, Carrasquillo v. CICA Collection Agency, Inc., illustrates how a debt collector was found to have unintentionally violated the automatic stay in bankruptcy because they weren’t informed of […]
What is an auto deficiency balance?
With nearly 2.2 million vehicle repossessions every year and over $600 billion in auto loans in the United States, many consumers may be wondering what leads to repossession and why they still owe money even after their car has been taken away. This is called an auto deficiency balance. The goal of this Money Chat Article – […]
Tips for Compliantly Buying Debt
Tips for Compliantly Buying Debt This article was published in Cornerstone’s newsletter on April 19. Table of Contents 5 TIPS FOR MITIGATING RISK WHEN BUYING DEBT 1. Strategy 2. Segment 3. Security 4. Due Diligence 5. Post-Sale 5 OBSTACLES THAT PREVENT CREDITORS FROM SELLING DEBT 1. Perception of Risk: 2. Lack of Resources: 3. Lack […]
