Creditors’ Rights

Lenders play a crucial role in the financial landscape. But when it comes to collecting debts, they must adhere to strict guidelines to ensure they treat debtors fairly. However, there are instances when lenders may also face challenges. For example, some borrowers...

A creditor is an individual or entity that lends money to another party. The person or entity that owes money becomes a debtor. The creditor has the right to protect themselves and their assets. They have the right to take back what the debtor owes them. Their rights...

Creditors can contact borrowers about the monies that they owe. They can try to collect on that debt. But there are still specific guidelines that they have to follow. If they don’t do so, then these efforts to collect could turn into illegal forms of harassment. How...

The consequences of filing for bankruptcy can be both far-reaching and enduring. One of the most significant implications is how it affects creditors and their rights to pursue a claim against the bankruptcy estate.  If you are a creditor, understanding Chapter 7...

Debt collection is an integral part of the credit system. It encourages people to pay their debts and keeps the economy running smoothly. However, there are rules that debt collectors must follow when collecting a debt, including not harassing people to get them to...

It’s been 35 years since the Nursing Home Reform Act (NHRA) become law. It provides, in part, that a guaranteed payment from family members or others can’t be required for a person to be admitted or allowed to continue to stay.  The Consumer Financial Protection...

Trying to collect money that’s owed to your company may seem like a daunting task. For some, especially small businesses, getting all of the money due to them is critical to their survival. While it’s understandable that there should be some urgency, you must still...

As a lender or other creditor, there are numerous laws that limit your rights and dictate what you can do to collect on debts and past due accounts. It can be quite confusing to try to seek repayment, especially in a situation where there may be more than one party...

You’ve provided goods or services to the highest standard. You’ve lived up to your side of the bargain, but the customer is still refusing to pay the amount you are owed.  This can be both infuriating and costly to your company. What can you do about it? How can you...

When a person or business owes them money, some creditors would stop at nothing to get that money from them. That’s why federal law protects those who owe money from unfair and harassing collection tactics.  Specifically, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)...