Have you ever noticed that when people say not to worry about money it usually means they’ve got a lot and you don’t? Here at the Wake Forest News we take money seriously and cover the topic like nobody’s bidness.
It is always important to be cautious and protect yourself from scams. While it is not necessary to constantly worry about being scammed, it is wise to be aware of the potential for scams and take steps to protect yourself. This can include being careful about giving out personal information, avoiding deals that seem too … Read more
If you don’t think technology won’t kill your side hustle, don’t be so sure. Rideshare opportunities like Uber and Lyft have been good ways to make money for many, but that is not the future. Automated vehicles will replace human-driven vehicles, and tests are already rolling on roads in Arizona and California. I’m sure there are others. The idea … Read more
Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) proposed requiring certain nonbank financial firms to register with the CFPB when they become subject to certain local, state, or federal consumer financial protection agency or court orders. Before someone says this does not apply to the debt relief industry, read 12 U.S.C. 5481(15)(viii)(II). If you read the … Read more
I recently wrote about the number of lawsuits Litigation Practice Group recently disclosed. Along comes a Litigation Practice Group contract, and I thought if I reviewed it, this might help people better understand this agreement and clear up any confusion. You can see my notes below each page. LPG says they will provide you with … Read more
“If they gave gold statuettes for tears and regrets,” Ronnie Milsap sang in a classic country song, “I’d be a legend in my time.” Most of us have a few regrets, but no one should regret their college choice. Yet a recent Federal Reserve Board report shows that many Americans wish they had studied at a different … Read more
Litigation Practice Group just posted a court document that revealed something very informative for consumers. According to this document, “LPG is a named defendant in ten litigation matters – and a potential defendant in the eleventh matter. Ten of the eleven pending lawsuits involve allegations arising under the Credit Repair Organizations Act (“CROA”), 15 U.S.C. … Read more
Forty million student debtors are waiting anxiously for President Biden’s loan forgiveness plan to kick in. Biden wants to knock off $10,000 from everyone’s student loans who makes less than $125,000 a year. That won’t mean much to people whose loans are in six figures, but it will mean a great deal to people with … Read more
Being in debt feels like a dark hole, a deep pit, without hope or any way out. Struggling to find ways to make extra money can feel impossible as well. But the secret is both situations benefit from the same free tip Damon Day, and I talk about on this podcast. You can follow our … Read more
The attorney, Jason Gardner, representing Carolyn Beech in a suit against Litigation Practice Group appears to be over LPG, claiming they are dragging their feet on dealing with the issues. In Beech vs. Litigation Practice Group (1:22 cv 57 – HSO-BWR) Attorney Gardner says, “As LPG admits, Plaintiff’s motion seeks to enforce discovery propounded on … Read more
Consumer Statement: I have a payment plan with Zwicker Associates, PC. They have accepted 6 payments and are still taking me to court for a default judgement. They need to be investigated. Plus.. they also sent me another person’s court summons with the EXACT same amount as mine. This is messed up. Consumer Action Taken: … Read more