NACBA Fall Workshop

Bankruptcy News Briefs 6/10

nacbapicture

It’s Friday! Check out the Headlines Kicking Off the Weekend!

State’s Payday Loan Rollover Ban Safe from CFPB Rules: Officials

Medicaid Growth Reduces Debt Sent to Collections: Research

Company Settles FTC’s Telemarketing Charges

Survey: Consumers Report Improvement in Healthcare Access, Affordability

Certainty of Hopelessness that Judge Will See Reason

Bankers’ Group Supports Bill To Reform CFPB

Money Tips: Student loan default rate could be worse than thought

SET SAIL FOR NACBA’S SUMMIT AT SEA, OCTOBER 6th-10th! REGISTER BY JULY 29th FOR THE EARLY BIRD RATE!

Sail-Away-1024x551 (1)

NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event!  Mark your calendars, save the dates, and prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea!  Check out the Schedule and Register Today! Early Bird Rate Ends July 29th!

YOU CAN HAVE ACCESS TO #NACBASF ALL OVER AGAIN!

Upgrade to the WORKS

Did you miss NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention in San Francisco? Or do you just want to relive the experience or catch a session you missed? No worries, be sure to visit Playback NACBA for access to a wide array of convention sessions. From Advanced Tax to Student Loans to Chapter 7 Asset Cases to Debt Collection Violations to Chapter 13 Post Petition Issues (just to name a few), we have you covered. Bring ‪#‎NACBASF‬ to comfort of your work or home office.

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Take advantage of the many exciting educational events on the horizon along with the invaluable resources NACBA provides you won’t want to miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA?  Join NACBA Today

Bankruptcy News Briefs 6/9

nacbapicture

Read the Headlines that Matter to You Here…

Consumer Credit Rises Less Than Expected

Better Data Is Key to Bank Alternatives to Payday

State’s Budget Crisis Leads to Growing Debt, Payment Penalties

CardHub Predicts Surge in Outstanding Credit Card Debt by End of 2016

Total Consumer Borrowing Pace Slows Compared to Records in March

National Association of Realtors pushes CFPB for TRID changes

CFPB Needs a Rule to Regulate Debt Collection

BNA INSIGHTS: The CFPB and Data Security Enforcement

Debt collection agencies’ biggest problem: Medicaid expansion

Consumers to End 2016 With $1 Trillion in Credit Card Debt

Consumers in These States Carry the Most Credit Card Debt

SET SAIL FOR NACBA’S SUMMIT AT SEA, OCTOBER 6th-10th! REGISTER BY JULY 29th FOR THE EARLY BIRD RATE!

Sail-Away-1024x551 (1)

NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event!  Mark your calendars, save the dates, and prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea!  Check out the Schedule and Register Today! Early Bird Rate Ends July 29th!

YOU CAN HAVE ACCESS TO #NACBASF ALL OVER AGAIN!

Upgrade to the WORKS

Did you miss NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention in San Francisco? Or do you just want to relive the experience or catch a session you missed? No worries, be sure to visit Playback NACBA for access to a wide array of convention sessions. From Advanced Tax to Student Loans to Chapter 7 Asset Cases to Debt Collection Violations to Chapter 13 Post Petition Issues (just to name a few), we have you covered. Bring ‪#‎NACBASF‬ to comfort of your work or home office.

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Take advantage of the many exciting educational events on the horizon along with the invaluable resources NACBA provides you won’t want to miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA?  Join NACBA Today

Bankruptcy News Briefs 6/6

nacbapicture

Headlines Kicking Off The Top of The Week…

Jury Finds Operation Made More Than 117 Million Illegal Calls

Auto Leasing Rates Reach Record High

CFPB Issues Proposed Rule to End Payday Lending “Debt Traps”

Supreme Court’s discharge exception ruling gives creditors more options

Debt Buyers Settle Collection Violation Charges

John Oliver Buys $15M In Medical Debt, Then Forgives It

NACBA MEMBER

Zola Creative Media offers bankruptcy attorneys a comprehensive website solution that increases visibility, generates new business and supercharges referrals. As the Preferred Website Developer for NACBA, all members can receive a semi-custom website package for only $1199 (usually $2250). These powerful websites include:

Captivating designs:

-Professional content written exclusively for NACBA Members
-Integrated site tools such as click to call technology, e-newsletter management and an online consultation request tool
-Unparalleled white glove support to help you every step of the way

Visit www.zolacreative.com/nacba or call 877-269-0076 to learn more.

SET SAIL FOR NACBA’S SUMMIT AT SEA, OCTOBER 6th-10th! REGISTER BY JULY 29th FOR THE EARLY BIRD RATE!

Sail-Away-1024x551 (1)

NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event!  Mark your calendars, save the dates, and prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea!  Check out the Schedule and Register Today! Early Bird Rate Ends July 29th!

YOU CAN HAVE ACCESS TO #NACBASF ALL OVER AGAIN!

Upgrade to the WORKS

Did you miss NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention in San Francisco? Or do you just want to relive the experience or catch a session you missed? No worries, be sure to visit Playback NACBA for access to a wide array of convention sessions. From Advanced Tax to Student Loans to Chapter 7 Asset Cases to Debt Collection Violations to Chapter 13 Post Petition Issues (just to name a few), we have you covered. Bring ‪#‎NACBASF‬ to comfort of your work or home office.

Bankruptcy News Briefs 5/24

nacbapicture

Tuesday’s News…

CFPB’s Motivation In Banning Class Actions Called Into Question

Debt Servicer Faces Class-Action Lawsuit

CFPB releases Spring 2016 rulemaking agenda

Take Notice of This Change: Supreme Court Adopts Recommended Amendments to Bankruptcy Notice of Payment Change Rule

U.S. Debt Binge Not Producing Growth Because It’s Mostly For Consumer Spending

Balance Due: Credit-Card Debt Nears $1 Trillion as Banks Push Plastic

Despite Increasing Debt, The Economy Continues To Grow Slowly

THE #NACBASF EXPERIENCE DOESN’T HAVE TO END YET!

Upgrade to the WORKS

Did you miss NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention in San Francisco? Or do you just want to relive the experience or catch a session you missed? No worries, be sure to visit Playback NACBA for access to a wide array of convention sessions. From Advanced Tax to Student Loans to Chapter 7 Asset Cases to Debt Collection Violations to Chapter 13 Post Petition Issues (just to name a few), we have you covered. Bring ‪#‎NACBASF‬ to comfort of your work or home office.

GET READY TO SET SAIL FOR NACBA’S SUMMIT AT SEA, OCTOBER 7th-10th 

Sail-Away-1024x551 (1)

NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event!  Mark your calendars, save the dates, and prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea!Registration is now OPEN! 

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Take advantage of the many exciting educational events on the horizon along with the invaluable resources NACBA provides you won’t want to miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA?  Join NACBA Today

 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 5/10

nacbapicture

What’s making Headlines?

Nearly Half of Millennials Have Bad Credit: TransUnion

Debt Relief Scam Victims to Receive $1.87M

Online Lenders Queried by Regulators on Referral Fees, Bank Deals

Collection Agency Settles FTC’s Charges

Proposed Rule on Government Collection Calls Released

Consumers’ Perceived Credit Availability Falters, While Income and Spending Confidence Rebound

Pace of Total U.S. Consumer Borrowing Surges Since 2001

FCC Proposes to Protect Student Loan Borrowers and Other Consumers from a Tidal Wave of Robocalls and Texts from Collectors of Federal Debts

Report: HUD’s Sales of FHA-Defaulted Mortgage Loans Benefit the Big Mortgage Servicers and Hedge Funds While Homeowners Lose

Credit Protection Association Pays $72k, Adopts New Policies over FCRA Violations

UPCOMING EVENTS

May 19th-22nd, 2016
NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention, San Francisco, CA

sanfran
Register HERE

October 7th-10th, 2016
NACBA’s Summit At Sea Fall Workshop- Members Only Event

Sail-Away-1024x551 (1)
Register HERE

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Take advantage of the many exciting educational events like the Annual Convention,  Fall Workshop and  Webinars that are on the horizon by keeping you r membership current.  Don’t miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA?  Join NACBA Today

 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 5/6

nacbapicture

Friday’s News…

Judge Rules FDCPA Case Can Proceed

How the Industry May Challenge CFPB’s Arbitration Plan

Subprime Lender Receives Subpoena from Maryland Regulators

Forced Arbitration: CFPB Issues Proposed Rules to Restore Consumers’ Legal Rights

FCC Trying To Minimize Annoyances From New Robocall Debt Collection Loophole

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act complaint to proceed in Philadelphia federal court

Bankruptcy filings in region hit 8-year low

Student debt on the rise in 2016

US Congressman introduces bill to combat student debt

NOT REGISTERED FOR NACBASF YET? 

If you aren’t registered for NACBASF 2016, watch this video to get a glimpse into why the Annual Convention is an opportunity you won’t want to miss. Then don’t wait another moment Register today so you can become part of the NACBA experience!

MARK YOUR SCHEDULE FOR THESE UPCOMING NACBA EVENTS

May 19th-22nd, 2016
NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention, San Francisco, CA

sanfran
Register HERE

October 7th-10th, 2016
NACBA’s Summit At Sea Fall Workshop- Members Only Event

Sail-Away-1024x551 (1)
Register HERE

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Take advantage of the many exciting educational events like the Annual Convention,  Fall Workshop and  Webinars that are on the horizon by keeping you r membership current.  Don’t miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA?  Join NACBA Today

Bankruptcy News Briefs 5/2

nacbapicture

News in the Headlines…

Oregon Collections Bill Could See New Life

Credit Scores, Spending Habits Often Unknown Between Newlyweds

A Q&A for Agencies on the FCC’s 2015 TCPA Clarification

CFPB reconsidering TRID

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON FOR NACBA’S ANNUAL CONVENTION!  

sanfran

There are only 16 short days left until #NACBASF! Have you checked out the Schedule and the lineup of Keynotes/Presenters and planned your days? Not to mention you’ll have the opportunity to sit in on our Fireside Chats, attend the Reception, and wander through the Exhibit Hall.  After a fulfilling day you can enjoy the city lights of San Francisco. But to experience#NACBASF you have to Register! So don’t delay REGISTER FOR NACBASF TODAY

NACBA’s Summit At Sea Fall Workshop- Members Only Event

Sail-Away-1024x551 (1)

Pack Your Bags for October 7th-10th, 2016

NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event!  Mark your calendars, save the dates, and prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea!

Register HERE

CATCH UP ON YOUR WEBINARS…VISIT THE NACBA STORE

 

NACBA Webinars Web Banner (1)

  • Lesson from Harris v. Viegelagn  (More Info)
  • Regulation X & Z Enforcement: New Tools for Consumer Attorneys (More Info)
  • New Proof of Claim & Mortgage Attachment: Other Form Changes (More Info)
  • Getting Rid of Encumbered Property in Consumer Cases (More Info)
  • “Modernized” Bankruptcy Forms Part I Webinar (More Info)
  • “Modernized” Bankruptcy Forms Part II: Live Q&A (More Info)
  • Student Loans in Bankruptcy Workshop (More Info)
  • 2015 Supreme Court Decisions & What They Mean For Your Practice (More Info)
  • Security Clearances & Bankruptcy (More Info)
  • Taxes In Bankruptcy, 2014 Virtual Fall Workshop (More Info)
  • Family Law & Bankruptcy (More Info)
  • Getting Paid: Collecting Reasonable Attorneys’ Fees in Chap 7 & Chap 13
  • Dealing with Debt Buyer Claims
  • + Many More Webinars for Bankruptcy Attorneys & Staff!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

NACBA wants you to take advantage of the many exciting educational events like the Fall Workshop or our Webinars that are on the horizon, but for you to do this your membership has to be current.  Don’t miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA?  Join NACBA Today!

 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/29

nacbapicture

Friday’s Headlines…

CFPB Unveils Servicer Requirements, Disclosures for Student Loans

College Students Are Low on Credit — Tech Startups Want to Change That

New ProPublica Article Criticizes Debt Collection Litigation on Medical Accounts; Paints One Firm as Outlier

Debt Collection Litigation in the Cross Hairs: CFPB’s Consent Order Against New Jersey Law Firm Creates More Problems Than Solutions

Consumer Finance Reporters to the Debt Collection Industry: Give us Facts and Data

Consumer Finance Watchdog Plans to Supervise Marketplace Lenders

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON FOR NACBA’S ANNUAL CONVENTION!  

sanfran

There are only 19 short days left until #NACBASF! Have you checked out the Schedule and the lineup of Keynotes/Presenters and planned your days? Not to mention you’ll have the opportunity to sit in on our Fireside Chats, attend the Reception, and wander through the Exhibit Hall.  After a fulfilling day you can enjoy the city lights of San Francisco. But to experience #NACBASF you have to Register! So don’t delay REGISTER FOR NACBASF TODAY

NACBA’s Summit At Sea Fall Workshop- Members Only Event

Sail-Away-1024x551 (1)

Pack Your Bags for October 7th-10th, 2016

NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event!  Mark your calendars, save the dates, and prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea!

Register HERE

HAVE YOU READ THE NEWEST EDITION OF NACBA’S CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY JOURNAL ?

Spring 2016 CBJ

The latest edition of the CBJ is full of relevant and timely articles that you won’t want to miss! Kick back and check out these articles that matter to you and your firm!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

NACBA wants you to take advantage of the many exciting educational events like the Fall Workshop or our Webinars that are on the horizon, but for you to do this your membership has to be current.  Don’t miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA?  Join NACBA Today!

 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/28

nacbapicture

Have You Read…

Latest CFPB Monthly Complaint Report Highlights Mortgages

Consumer Spending Shows Moderate Increase in February

CFPB Complaints Continue to Decline from 2015

Court Finds Amazon Liable for Unauthorized Billing

White House, ED, and CFPB Announce Major Student Loan Initiative; Don’t Address Post-Default Issues

Portfolio Recovery Associates to Pay $18 Million to Settle TCPA Class Action

Bleak House Comes to the Bankruptcy Court

REGISTER FOR TODAY’S FREE MEMBER BENEFIT WEBINAR

NACBA Webinars Web Banner (1)

MEMBER BENEFIT WEBINAR
Building a 7-Figure Lifestyle Law Firm:
Upscaling from a Job, to a Practice, to a Business
Thursday, April 28, 2016
3 PM Eastern / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Stephen Fairley, CEO of The Rainmaker Institute

FREE for NACBA Members. Register HERE.

There are 3 stages every law firm goes through to break the 7-figure barrier. At each stage there are challenges that must be faced and changes that must be made. The Rainmaker Institute has trained over 18,000 attorneys and helped hundreds of their clients break 7-figures. This webinar will address:

  • What are the 5 key challenges you must face to grow to the next level?
  • The 10 major components of every successful law firm.
  • Specific steps you must take to build a lifestyle law firm that provides the income you want.

FASTCASE TRAINING AT #NACBASF

fastcase

Want to learn how to make the most out of one of your benefits as a NACBA Member? Attend the Fastcase Training at #NACBASF on Saturday, May 21st from 7:30 AM-8:15 AM. 

REGISTER FOR NACBASF TODAY !

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

NACBA wants you to take advantage of the many exciting educational events like the Fall Workshop or our Webinars that are on the horizon, but for you to do this your membership has to be current.  Don’t miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA?  Join NACBA Today!

 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/27

nacbapicture

Midweek Headlines…

Court Grants Summary Judgment Against Collection Agency

U.S. Rep. Andy Barr Urges CFPB Reform at ACA’s Washington Insights Conference

Former CFPB Senior Advisor: Debt Collection Industry Must Press CFPB to Put Complaint Data in Context

Analysis: Significant Data Holes in New CFPB Complaint Report

$2.5 Million CFPB Action Ratchets Pressure on Debt Collection Suits

Debt collector files 1,067 lawsuits against SSM Health patients

 REGISTER FOR TOMORROW’S FREE MEMBER BENEFIT WEBINAR

NACBA Webinars Web Banner (1)

MEMBER BENEFIT WEBINAR
Building a 7-Figure Lifestyle Law Firm:
Upscaling from a Job, to a Practice, to a Business
Thursday, April 28, 2016
3 PM Eastern / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Stephen Fairley, CEO of The Rainmaker Institute

FREE for NACBA Members. Register HERE.

There are 3 stages every law firm goes through to break the 7-figure barrier. At each stage there are challenges that must be faced and changes that must be made. The Rainmaker Institute has trained over 18,000 attorneys and helped hundreds of their clients break 7-figures. This 60 minute webinar will show you strategies specifically for attorneys looking to build a lifestyle law firm.

  • What are the 5 key challenges you must face to grow to the next level?
  • The 10 major components of every successful law firm.
  • Specific steps you must take to build a lifestyle law firm that provides the income you want.

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON FOR NACBASF ONLY 21 DAYS REMAIN!

sfodt_phototour113

Another Reason to Attend #NACBASF: Free Professional Headshots

Isn’t time you update that ten-year old photo on your website, business card, Linkedin or bio? NACBA is providing attendees with a FREE professional headshot. Give your personal brand a boost with a professional headshot. After your photos are taken, you’ll be able to review and choose the final digital images emailed directly to you.

REGISTER FOR NACBASF TODAY

NACBA’s Summit At Sea Fall Workshop- Members Only Event

Sail-Away-1024x551 (1)

Pack Your Bags for October 7th-10th, 2016

NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event!  Mark your calendars, save the dates, and prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea!

Register HERE

HAVE YOU READ THE NEWEST EDITION OF NACBA’S CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY JOURNAL ?

Spring 2016 CBJ

The latest edition of the CBJ is full of relevant and timely articles that you won’t want to miss! Kick back and check out these articles that matter to you and your firm!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

NACBA wants you to take advantage of the many exciting educational events like the Fall Workshop or our Webinars that are on the horizon, but for you to do this your membership has to be current.  Don’t miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA?  Join NACBA Today!