Fall Workshop

Bankr1uptcy News Briefs 11/9

Dive Into Thursday’s Headlines…

Bankruptcy Filings Spike in October

FTC Accuses Debt Collector of Deceitful Tactics

Denial of Discharge for Fraudulent Note

New CFPB Enforcement Chief To Be Appointed

N.J. judge knocks debt collection lawsuit but forgoes sanctions for plaintiffs’ lawyers

Inside Betsy DeVos’s efforts to shrink the Education Department

Americans Over Age 60 Fastest Growing Demographic for Student Loan Debt

Medicaid expansion saved 50,000 people from bankruptcy in 2 years

Supreme Court hears arguments in case questioning Bankruptcy Code interpretation

Registration is Open for the 2017 Virtual Bankruptcy Workshop!

Examine the New and Amended Bankruptcy Rules, National Uniform Plan and Local Plans

December 7-8, 2017
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Eastern (Both Days, Part I & 2)
NACBA Member Fee: $199
Non-Member: $369
Format: Live Presentation, both days, with Q&A.
Includes: All Materials, Certificate of Attendance & Recording Access.

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Don’t Miss Today’s Webinar!

How to Introduce an Appraiser’s Testimony and Appraisal as Evidence in Bankruptcy Court

Date: Thursday, November 9, 2017, 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM Eastern
Presented By: James J. Haller, Esq.
Cost:  $25 Member / $75 Non Member
Register: HERE

What’s New at NACBA?

Save The Date!

 

  • Save the Date for the 2018 NACBA Annual Convention on April 19-22 at the Sheraton in Downtown Denver! Registration opens November 13,2017!
  • NACBA 2018 Cruise! Get ready to set sail on the Empress of the Sea on November 29th-December 3rd 2018! 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 11/8

Midweek Headlines…

U.S. consumer agency sues Freedom Debt Relief for misleading consumers

Who Is to Blame for Skyrocketing Consumer Credit Debt?

Oregon Requires Debt Buyers to be Licensed, Stronger Documentation

Wall Street Is Fighting a CFPB Deal Over Billions in Defaulted Student Loans

CFPB Issues Interim Final Rule Amending Time Requirement For Servicers To Send Subsequent Early Intervention Notices

Debtors Who Transferred Rental Property to their Daughter 4 Years Pre-petition Passed Marrama’s Good-Faith Test and Could Convert to Chapter 13

Registration is Open for the 2017 Virtual Bankruptcy Workshop!

Examine the New and Amended Bankruptcy Rules, National Uniform Plan and Local Plans

December 7-8, 2017
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Eastern (Both Days, Part I & 2)
NACBA Member Fee: $199
Non-Member: $369
Format: Live Presentation, both days, with Q&A.
Includes: All Materials, Certificate of Attendance & Recording Access.

Register HERE

  • You must be logged in to receive the member rate. See help video.

Register for November’s Webinar!

How to Introduce an Appraiser’s Testimony and Appraisal as Evidence in Bankruptcy Court

Date: Thursday, November 9, 2017, 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM Eastern
Presented By: James J. Haller, Esq.
Cost:  $25 Member / $75 Non Member
Register: HERE

What’s New at NACBA?

Save The Date!

 

  • Save the Date for the 2018 NACBA Annual Convention on April 19-22 at the Sheraton in Downtown Denver! Registration opens November 13,2017!
  • NACBA 2018 Cruise! Get ready to set sail on the Empress of the Sea on November 29th-December 3rd 2018! 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 11/7

Tuesday’s Headlines in the Briefs…

Florida Court Finds Materiality Needed for Date of Delinquency Claims Under FDCPA

Ocwen To Show Cause Why It Shouldn’t Be Held in Contempt

Consumer Groups Oppose Credit Unions’ Attempts to Robocall, Text Message Customers Without Their Consent

Debtor and Creditor Could Not Agree to Except Debt from Discharge by using a Joint Stipulation

Family farmers get a break (Chapter 12 bankruptcy)

CFPB’s Arbitration Rule Came in with a Roar, Leaves with a Whisper

Why Credit Card Debt Is A Consumer Noose And Could Hurt The 4 ‘Too Big To Fail’ Money Center Banks

CFPB Consumer Advisory Board Addresses Debt Collection; Samet Changes the Conversation

FTC reaches settlement with Chicago operators of alleged fake debt collection scheme

Consumer Credit in U.S. Rises by Most Since November 2016

Registration is Open for the 2017 Virtual Bankruptcy Workshop!

Examine the New and Amended Bankruptcy Rules, National Uniform Plan and Local Plans

December 7-8, 2017
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Eastern (Both Days, Part I & 2)
NACBA Member Fee: $199
Non-Member: $369
Format: Live Presentation, both days, with Q&A.
Includes: All Materials, Certificate of Attendance & Recording Access.

Register HERE

  • You must be logged in to receive the member rate. See help video.

Register for November’s Webinar!

How to Introduce an Appraiser’s Testimony and Appraisal as Evidence in Bankruptcy Court

Date: Thursday, November 9, 2017, 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM Eastern
Presented By: James J. Haller, Esq.
Cost:  $25 Member / $75 Non Member
Register: HERE

What’s New at NACBA?

Save The Date!

 

  • Save the Date for the 2018 NACBA Annual Convention on April 19-22 at the Sheraton in Downtown Denver! Registration opens November 13,2017!
  • NACBA 2018 Cruise! Get ready to set sail on the Empress of the Sea on November 29th-December 3rd 2018! 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/31

Dive Into Tuesday’s Headlines…

Indiana District Court Adopts Supreme Court’s Analysis of Definition of a Debt Collector

FCC to Vote on Narrow Call Blocking Rules at November Open Meeting

House Subcommittee Continues Conversation on Data Security

From the Web: ‘GOP in Uncharted Territory Rolling Back Rules Through Resolutions’

CFPB Hunts Down Mortgage Delinquencies With New Online Tool

CFPB: Mortgage Delinquency Rates Reach Post-Crisis Lows

US Banks: Is Rising Consumer Debt a Concern?

Congressional Override Offers Industry Reprieve from CFPB Arbitration Rule but Battles Ahead Still Likely

State Regulators: Let Us Handle the Student Loan Industry

Liz Weston: Equifax hack isn’t over — more risks ahead

Bankruptcy filing may send homeowners packing

Waivers of Jury Trials and Lawsuits in Bankruptcy Cases

Register for November’s Webinar!

How to Introduce an Appraiser’s Testimony and Appraisal as Evidence in Bankruptcy Court

Date: Thursday, November 9, 2017, 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM Eastern
Presented By: James J. Haller, Esq.
Cost:  $25 Member / $75 Non Member
Register: HERE

What’s New at NACBA?

 It’s The End of the Month Renew Your Membership for a Chance to Win 2 Great Resources!

Renew your NACBA membership this month for a chance to be entered to win not one but 2 amazing resources! Here’s what you can win!

  • NCLC’s Quick Guide to Federal Evidence and Objections(value $35). An essential practice tool for federal (and even state) court litigation, facilitating objection by rule number, and including common objections and motions at every stage of a case.
  • In addition to the Quick Guide to Evidence, winners will also receive the guide inside a NACBA logo portfolio (value $50). This portfolio even includes a protective space for your tablet!

Just renew your membership for a chance at winning!  Two (2) winners will be chosen at random each month.

Save The Date!

 

  • Save the Date for the 2018 NACBA Annual Convention on April 19-22 at the Sheraton in Downtown Denver! Registration opens November 13,2017!
  • NACBA 2018 Cruise! Get ready to set sail on the Empress of the Sea on November 29th-December 3rd 2018! 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/30

Monday’s Headlines Kicking Off a New Week…

Chapter 7 Debtor Who Failed to Disclose Employment Discrimination Claim Could Not Convert to Chapter 13

Bankruptcy Court Abstains from Deciding Whether Debtor’s Obligations to Ex-wife Were Domestic Support Obligations

Court Would Not Use Its “Power to Prevent Injustice” to Force Nationstar to Honor Modification Letter that Chapter 13 Debtors Never Received

CFPB Payday Loan Limits Drawing Quieter Response Compared to Its Arbitration Rule

Eleventh Circuit Holds Voice Mail Message is a Communication

AP Sources: DeVos May Only Partly Forgive Some Student Loans

High home prices hit first-time buyers harder than ever, and student loans may be part of the reason

Medical debt is crushing many Americans. States can help fix that

Judge resists erasing foreclosure ruling

Register for November’s Webinar!

How to Introduce an Appraiser’s Testimony and Appraisal as Evidence in Bankruptcy Court

Date: Thursday, November 9, 2017, 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM Eastern
Presented By: James J. Haller, Esq.
Cost:  $25 Member / $75 Non Member
Register: HERE

What’s New at NACBA?

 It’s The End of the Month Renew Your Membership for a Chance to Win 2 Great Resources!

Renew your NACBA membership this month for a chance to be entered to win not one but 2 amazing resources! Here’s what you can win!

  • NCLC’s Quick Guide to Federal Evidence and Objections(value $35). An essential practice tool for federal (and even state) court litigation, facilitating objection by rule number, and including common objections and motions at every stage of a case.
  • In addition to the Quick Guide to Evidence, winners will also receive the guide inside a NACBA logo portfolio (value $50). This portfolio even includes a protective space for your tablet!

Just renew your membership for a chance at winning!  Two (2) winners will be chosen at random each month.

Save The Date!

 

  • Save the Date for the 2018 NACBA Annual Convention on April 19-22 at the Sheraton in Downtown Denver! Registration opens November 13,2017!
  • NACBA 2018 Cruise! Get ready to set sail on the Empress of the Sea on November 29th-December 3rd 2018! 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/26

Thursday’s Headlines…

Senate Votes to Repeal Americans’ Day in Court; Gives Wall Street a Huge Win

Language Preference Question in Uniform Mortgage Application Will Help Borrowers Gain Access to the Mortgage Market

Education Secretary Delays Student Loan Borrower Defense Rules

From the Web: Mortgages, Credit Cards Are Leading Forms of Debt for Consumers

Opinion: Senate vote overturning CFPB rule is a blow to consumer protections

Vanquish a phantom debt for good

Connecticut’s New Net Worth Requirement for Collectors

CFPB Highlights Supervisory Findings Related to Credit Cards

Stellar Recovery Secures Significant Fair Debt Collections Practices Act Victory

Trustees Triumph

Cities Seeking Debt Assistance From State Can’t File For Bankruptcy, Lawmakers Say

Bankruptcy filings for IED suspect show unpaid medical bills, crippling debt

Connecticut Senate Passes Budget With Rescue for Hartford

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Top 10 Ways to Drastically Increase Lead Conversion

Date: Thursday, October 26th, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Eastern
Presented By: Stephen Fairley, Founder & CEO of The Rainmaker Institute
Cost:  Member Benefit – No Cost for NACBA Members
Register: HERE

How to Introduce an Appraiser’s Testimony and Appraisal as Evidence in Bankruptcy Court

Date: Thursday, November 9, 2017, 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM Eastern
Presented By: James J. Haller, Esq.
Cost:  $25 Member / $75 Non Member
Register: HERE

What’s New at NACBA?

NACBA Membership Promotion! 

Renew your NACBA membership this month for a chance to be entered to win not one but 2 amazing resources! Here’s what you can win!

  • NCLC’s Quick Guide to Federal Evidence and Objections(value $35). An essential practice tool for federal (and even state) court litigation, facilitating objection by rule number, and including common objections and motions at every stage of a case.
  • In addition to the Quick Guide to Evidence, winners will also receive the guide inside a NACBA logo portfolio (value $50). This portfolio even includes a protective space for your tablet!

Just renew your membership for a chance at winning!  Two (2) winners will be chosen at random each month.

Save The Date!

 

  • Save the Date for the 2018 NACBA Annual Convention on April 19-22 at the Sheraton in Downtown Denver! Registration opens November 13,2017!
  • NACBA 2018 Cruise! Get ready to set sail on the Empress of the Sea on November 29th-December 3rd 2018! 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/24

Dive Into Tuesday’s Headlines…

New York Court Says No Disclosure Needed When No Interest Added to a Debt

Court Properly Declined to Compel Arbitration of Educational Loan Issue

CFPB Consumer Advisory Board to Discuss Final Rule for Small-Dollar Lending Market

A Boom in Credit Cards: Great News for Banks, Less So Consumers

Chapter 13 Funds Held by Trustee Had to be Returned to Debtor, Notwithstanding Child Support Enforcement’s Demand for the Funds

Operation Chokepoint – The Report of its Death May Be an Exaggeration

‘Secret Analysis’ Pushing CFPB’s Lawyer-Friendly Rule, U.S. Senators Told

District Court Finds that Bankruptcy Court Misapplied Law Regarding Tenancy by the Entireties, Remands Case for Factual Findings

RIP Makes Final Push to Buy and Forgive $100M in Medical Debt for 2017

Treasury reports CFPB arbitration rule would impose extraordinary costs

18 Million More Reasons Debt Collectors Need to be Engaged in the Illegal Robocall Solution

Navient Loses Appeal of Bankruptcy Court’s Denial of its Motion to Compel Arbitration of Student Loan Dischargeability Issue

Elizabeth Warren Calls for SEC Insider Probe of Navient Trades

Equifax hack may shake up US consumer data laws

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Top 10 Ways to Drastically Increase Lead Conversion

Date: Thursday, October 26th, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Eastern
Presented By: Stephen Fairley, Founder & CEO of The Rainmaker Institute
Cost:  Member Benefit – No Cost for NACBA Members
Register: HERE

How to Introduce an Appraiser’s Testimony and Appraisal as Evidence in Bankruptcy Court

Date: Thursday, November 9, 2017, 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM Eastern
Presented By: James J. Haller, Esq.
Cost:  $25 Member / $75 Non Member
Register: HERE

What’s New at NACBA?

NACBA Membership Promotion! 

Renew your NACBA membership this month for a chance to be entered to win not one but 2 amazing resources! Here’s what you can win!

  • NCLC’s Quick Guide to Federal Evidence and Objections(value $35). An essential practice tool for federal (and even state) court litigation, facilitating objection by rule number, and including common objections and motions at every stage of a case.
  • In addition to the Quick Guide to Evidence, winners will also receive the guide inside a NACBA logo portfolio (value $50). This portfolio even includes a protective space for your tablet!

Just renew your membership for a chance at winning!  Two (2) winners will be chosen at random each month.

Save The Date!

 

  • Save the Date for the 2018 NACBA Annual Convention on April 19-22 at the Sheraton in Downtown Denver! Registration opens November 13,2017!
  • NACBA 2018 Cruise! Get ready to set sail on the Empress of the Sea on November 29th-December 3rd 2018! 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/20

Let’s Kick Off The Weekend With New Headlines…

From the Web: ‘A Look at the Nation’s Credit Scores by State’

Acting OCC Comptroller Keith Noreika and CFPB Director Richard Cordray Spar Over Arbitration Rule

Could CFPB’s Data Sharing Principles Make Debt Collection Better Too?

Retiree Can’t Wipe Out Loans for Son’s College in Bankruptcy

Should ‘No Money Down’ Chapter 7s Be Allowed?

Bankruptcy Filings Hit 10-year Low, May Rise Again

U.S. Consumer Bureau Offers Rules for Financial Data Collection

CFPB Student Loan Ombudsman Issues Sixth Annual Report

FTC Obtains $4.1 Million Judgment Against Seller of Fake Payday Loans

District Court Finds that Bankruptcy Court Misapplied Law Regarding Tenancy by the Entireties, Remands Case for Factual Findings

Chapter 13 Debt Limits Should be Raised or Eliminated, Some Say

Register for October’s Webinar!

Top 10 Ways to Drastically Increase Lead Conversion

Date: Thursday, October 26th, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Eastern
Presented By: Stephen Fairley, Founder & CEO of The Rainmaker Institute
Cost:  Member Benefit – No Cost for NACBA Members
Register: HERE

What’s New at NACBA?

NACBA Membership Promotion! 

Renew your NACBA membership this month for a chance to be entered to win not one but 2 amazing resources! Here’s what you can win!

  • NCLC’s Quick Guide to Federal Evidence and Objections(value $35). An essential practice tool for federal (and even state) court litigation, facilitating objection by rule number, and including common objections and motions at every stage of a case.
  • In addition to the Quick Guide to Evidence, winners will also receive the guide inside a NACBA logo portfolio (value $50). This portfolio even includes a protective space for your tablet!

Just renew your membership for a chance at winning!  Two (2) winners will be chosen at random each month.

Save The Date!

 

  • Save the Date for the 2018 NACBA Annual Convention on April 19-22 at the Sheraton in Downtown Denver! Registration opens November 13,2017!
  • NACBA 2018 Cruise! Get ready to set sail on the Empress of the Sea on November 29th-December 3rd 2018! 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/18

Midweek Headlines…

Consumer Litigation Filings Under FCRA Continue Growth

Debtors Who Placed Extravagant Lifestyle Ahead of Paying Down Massive Tax Debt Were Not Entitled to Discharge Income Taxes

Survey: The Impact of a College Degree on Financial Health

Washington District Court Adopts Seventh Circuit Analysis Regarding Collection of Time-Barred Debts

Reminder: Timely Notice of Appeal Is Jurisdictional

After Equifax breach and ahead of 2018 filing season, IRS lays out plans to defend against tax frauds

IRS suspends $7.25 million contract with Equifax after complaints from lawmakers, including Sen. Ben Sasse

Don’t Rely on U.S. Consumers to Power Global Growth

How to Reverse Medicare Surcharges When Your Income Changes

Southern District Judges Preside Over Record High Bankruptcy Cases

Register for October’s Webinar!

Top 10 Ways to Drastically Increase Lead Conversion

Date: Thursday, October 26th, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Eastern
Presented By: Stephen Fairley, Founder & CEO of The Rainmaker Institute
Cost:  Member Benefit – No Cost for NACBA Members
Register: HERE

NACBA Membership Promotion! 

Renew your NACBA membership this month for a chance to be entered to win not one but 2 amazing resources! Here’s what you can win!

  • NCLC’s Quick Guide to Federal Evidence and Objections(value $35). An essential practice tool for federal (and even state) court litigation, facilitating objection by rule number, and including common objections and motions at every stage of a case.
  • In addition to the Quick Guide to Evidence, winners will also receive the guide inside a NACBA logo portfolio (value $50). This portfolio even includes a protective space for your tablet!

Just renew your membership for a chance at winning!  Two (2) winners will be chosen at random each month.

Save The Date!

 

  • Save the Date for the 2018 NACBA Annual Convention on April 19-22 at the Sheraton in Downtown Denver! Registration opens November 13,2017!
  • NACBA 2018 Cruise! Get ready to set sail on the Empress of the Sea on November 29th-December 3rd 2018! 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/17

Dive Into Tuesday’s Headlines…

Another 1099(c) Disclosure Case Moves Forward in New Jersey

CFPB: Student Loan Complaints Tie to Homeownership

More Details On Finance Industry’s CFPB Arbitration Rule Lawsuit

CFPB Files Lawsuit Against Debt Relief Companies For Alleged Misrepresentation Of Government Affiliation

District Court Provides Successful Road Map for Bona Fide Error Defense

Individuals With Student Loan Debt Are Facing “Unprecedented Financial Challenge,” New Research Finds

Why Wall Street is sticking with Equifax

Register for October’s Webinar!

Top 10 Ways to Drastically Increase Lead Conversion

Date: Thursday, October 26th, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Eastern
Presented By: Stephen Fairley, Founder & CEO of The Rainmaker Institute
Cost:  Member Benefit – No Cost for NACBA Members
Register: HERE

NACBA Membership Promotion! 

Renew your NACBA membership this month for a chance to be entered to win not one but 2 amazing resources! Here’s what you can win!

  • NCLC’s Quick Guide to Federal Evidence and Objections(value $35). An essential practice tool for federal (and even state) court litigation, facilitating objection by rule number, and including common objections and motions at every stage of a case.
  • In addition to the Quick Guide to Evidence, winners will also receive the guide inside a NACBA logo portfolio (value $50). This portfolio even includes a protective space for your tablet!

Just renew your membership for a chance at winning!  Two (2) winners will be chosen at random each month.

Save The Date!

 

  • Save the Date for the 2018 NACBA Annual Convention on April 19-22 at the Sheraton in Downtown Denver! Registration opens November 13,2017!
  • NACBA 2018 Cruise! Get ready to set sail on the Empress of the Sea on November 29th-December 3rd 2018!