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FDCPA: 2024 in Review

A new NCLC Digital Library article examines the most significant 2024 FDCPA developments, including summaries of all reported circuit court of appeals decisions, the latest approaches to dealing with FDCPA standing problems, CFPB guidance on collection of medical debt, and important FDCPA claims related to new legislation that limits credit reporting of medical debt.

New Guidance Restricts Family Liability for Nursing Home Debt

Even though federal law prohibits nursing homes from requiring a third party to guarantee payment of their loved one’s bill, nursing homes still frequently pursue payment from friends and family of debts that can exceed $100,000. A new NCLC Digital Library article explains a new federal guidance that nixes these nursing home evasions. The article provides practice advice for consumer advocates representing the resident’s family or friends.

15 Ways to Fight Foreclosure of Zombie Second Mortgages

As the name suggests, zombie mortgages can be terrifying. They rise from the dead, appear without warning, and seize homes. And they are appearing now more than ever. A new NCLC Digital Library article explains what they are, why they are now such a problem, and fifteen ways homeowners can stop foreclosures of zombie mortgages. The article also links to additional resources.

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