What You Need to Know About the CCPA (Even if You’re Not in CA)

Introduced as Assembly Bill 375 and signed into law on June 28, 2018, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) provides consumers with groundbreaking new rights on the use of their personal information, effective January 1, 2020 …

Cedar Financial “Collects” Wishes for Kids in Need

It’s the season of giving, and while debt collectors are often portrayed as heartless or uncaring, the team at Cedar Financial is bucking that trend by Putting People First this Holiday Season and all year ‘round.

Cedar Financial Helps Debtors and Organizations Weather COVID-19

CALABASAS, Calif., April 3, 2020 – On the outskirts of Los Angeles County in California, the parking lot of Cedar Financial’s Calabasas headquarters is eerily empty. Without the steady rumble of cars of passing by on the 101 freeway, it’s actually somewhat serene.

3 Things Consumers Want Debt Collectors to Know

How Putting People First can help you achieve better collections success

Many people struggling with debt are afraid to answer the phone because of debt collectors. Stories abound online of aggressive debt collection tactics, deceptive debt collectors and debt collection scams.

COVID-19 Credit Reporting Guidance From the CFPB

As the Coronavirus pandemic continues to impact consumers and businesses around the world, many U.S. creditors are wondering whether to continue reporting delinquent payments to the credit bureaus.

The short answer is: Yes – but with flexibility built in.

How Debt Collectors Are Supporting Consumers During COVID-19

Right now, many businesses depend on every payment to keep them afloat. That means timely debt recovery is more important than ever.

However, insensitive collection attempts can alienate customers, increase complaints and harm your hard-earned reputation, hurting your business.