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Debt collectors can use various tactics to encourage people to pay. In some cases, they may resort to tactics that are illegal. As most consumers do not know their rights, unscrupulous debt collectors often get away with it. Hence, understanding a little can help you...
Debt collectors have a difficult job, but they must still follow certain laws when they’re trying to collect money. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act governs what they can do. For example, they can’t threaten you with arrest for not paying your debt. The FDCPA...
In March of 1852, a time of rapid change in the financial industry, Henry Wells and William G. Fargo established a business then considered cutting-edge. The pair founded a pioneering company that would help customers build startup businesses and manage their money....
Technically, creditors have the right to call you, send you letters or even take you to court in an effort to collect on the debts that you owe. However, after a certain point, it will become much harder for a business to convince an individual to pay a debt....
Employers want to hire the best candidates for a job. Employees wish to receive fair consideration for a position, and some might worry about how a prospective employer in Minnesota handles background checks. The law guides the performance of background checks, and...
If your car is in danger of being repossessed in Minnesota, you may be considering hiding it to avoid the process. Hiding a car does not mean that the repo man will never find it – they are very good at their job and have many resources. However, you may think it can...
So-called "buy now, pay later" retail programs have been a controversial topic in Minnesota because of their high potential for consumer harm. But with a sweeping wave of new regulations, analysts hope the situation will improve. What's wrong with BNPL? One of the...
Being in charge of screening employees or tenants in Minnesota can be a time-consuming process. That's why many companies use programs to automate these types of tasks. However, these programs could cause more harm than good for potential housing or job candidates....
Financing or leasing is often an easier way to get a vehicle in Minnesota. Doing that means the lender has an interest in the car if you default on your monthly payments. This could lead to vehicle repossession – but what if you believe that repossession is wrongful?...
Anyone who owes debts or obligations must pay them or face collection action. Collections agencies do not have free reign to do anything they wish. Minnesota law as well as federal statutes regulate their behavior. Unethical collection agency behaviors Once an account...
