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IRS And Treasury Propose Revised Applicability Dates For Section 892 Rules On Foreign Government Investments
The IRS and Treasury have released new proposed regulations under Section 892, revising applicability dates for previously proposed rules from 2025 that govern debt acquisitions and the "effective control" standard for foreign government investments. These revised dates include transition rules designed to protect existing and committed investments from the more stringent 2025 standards, while the preamble signals potential substantive changes to address market concerns.
United States Tax
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Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom
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Borrowing Smart — Venture Debt And Other Financing Alternatives (Podcast)
Debt Finance partner Raquel Smith joins hosts Laura Cicirelli and Eric Weiner to discuss venture debt facilities, unpacking key terms founders should understand including common red flags, covenants, and events of default. The conversation explores building strong relationships within the venture debt ecosystem and examines the broader risks, strategic considerations, and potential pitfalls associated with venture debt financings.
United States Finance
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Lowenstein Sandler
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Debt Sales 101 Mini-Series — Episode 5: Closing The Deal: Key Contracting And Transaction Issues (Podcast)
Episode 5 of the Debt Sales 101 mini-series examines the critical intersection of legal structure, regulatory compliance, and commercial terms in debt purchase and sale agreements. The discussion explores how key contractual provisions allocate risk between buyers and sellers while addressing regulatory expectations. Listeners will learn how well-drafted agreements enable scalable debt sale programs by aligning regulatory requirements with commercial objectives.
United States Finance
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Ballard Spahr LLP
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Goodwin Advises Ares On $2.5 Billion Arcmont Credit Continuation Vehicle, The Largest European Credit Continuation Fund To Date
Goodwin's Private Investment Funds team advised Ares Credit Secondaries funds in leading a $2.5 billion credit continuation vehicle sponsored by Arcmont Asset Management, marking the largest European credit continuation fund to date. The transaction involved acquiring a diversified portfolio of primarily first-lien senior secured loans from Arcmont's 2019 vintage Direct Lending Fund III, providing liquidity to existing limited partners while enabling continued exposure to the portfolio.
United States Finance
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Goodwin Procter LLP
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Mortgage Banking Update - April 16, 2026
Ballard Spahr's Consumer Financial Services Group provides comprehensive analysis of the latest regulatory developments affecting mortgage banking and consumer finance, including CFPB workforce restructuring, state DIDMCA opt-outs, debanking regulations, and emerging payment technologies. The newsletter features expert insights on enforcement priorities, compliance obligations, and strategic implications for financial institutions navigating an evolving regulatory landscape.
United States Finance
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Ballard Spahr LLP
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FTC Moves To Halt Alleged Student Loan Debt Relief Operation
The FTC has obtained a temporary restraining order against a debt relief operation accused of targeting consumers seeking student loan relief through deceptive marketing practices. The enforcement action alleges the company misrepresented its ability to secure loan forgiveness, falsely implied government affiliation, and charged prohibited upfront fees while instructing consumers to stop making loan payments.
United States Consumer
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Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
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