Category: Collections
5 reasons your small business needs a collection agency
Business growth means difficult decisions are often waiting at the crossroads. Do we keep doing this thing in-house? Should we hire someone? Or is it better to partner with a vendor? Luckily, as a small business owner, thereâs no need to wait to hire a collection partner for debt recovery services. Hire the right firm
Landlords Still Struggling After Recent Stimulus
Many creditors have special emergency relief plans for those who fall behind on auto loan, credit card, student loan, and other payments. Mortgage companies can offer forbearance plans under the CARES Act, the economic stimulus bill passed in March 2020. However, most private landlords or property management companies don’t have many options when it comes to offering
4 Simple Steps to Ensure Fast Revenue
In these unpredictable times, everyone’s looking for ways to achieve some measure of stability in their business. Fortunately, there are a few methods to ensure fast revenue from your accounts receivable, even in situations requiring collection efforts. Follow these simple steps, and you’ll start seeing revenue returned to you faster. Step 1: Have a Plan
Netback: The Best Way to Evaluate Your Collection Agency
If you have used or shopped around for a collection agency, you know they offer various services. Most collection agencies will make calls, send letters, and possibly even credit report your past-due consumers. But rather than evaluate a collection agency on its list of services, the most critical aspect of your relationship with your collection
Four Strategies to Improve Cash Flow During COVID-19
Countless businesses have experienced poor cash flow during the pandemic. Any office remains at risk, given the sheer unpredictability of our future. Still, there are strategies you can take to fortify your cash flow for the time being. A smart approach to improve cash flow begins by committing to a process that reduces spending and
How Debt Collection Works: Client Success
Business relationships last because of excellent service. No matter your industry, the level of service you receive will often shape whether you value the ongoing relationship. When you partner with a collection agency and have questions about their service, someone knowledgeable should be available to provide a friendly experience. You should also have access to
When Does Your Small Business Need Debt Collection Services?
How much time do you spend calling or sending letters to your past-due consumers? Chances are, it’s too much time. Or maybe it’s not enough. One of the main reasons that many small businesses fail is because of poor business planning. An effective business plan should include a detailed accounting of your cash flow and
How Debt Collection Works: Collection Strategy
Written correspondence and calls are the bread and butter of a debt collection strategy. IC System’s “How Debt Collection Worksâ blog series continues with a discussion of our proven correspondence and call approach. Mike Selbitschka, IC Systemâs Vice President of Operations, talks about the collection strategy and efforts that occur after you have selected your
How Debt Collection Works: Data Scrubbing
Data scrubbing to ensure accurate consumer information is an essential debt collection tool. IC System’s data scrubbing and optimization program cleans your accounts to support effective collection efforts with higher quality data. Having good data means we take a smarter approach to your accounts. IC Systemâs âHow Debt Collection Worksâ blog series continues with this
How Debt Collection Works: Account Placement
Not all accounts are ideal for collection efforts. It’s difficult to know which accounts you should send to your collection agency and when. IC System’s “How Debt Collection Works” blog series continues with a discussion about the best practices for account placement. You have already received some tips for choosing a collection agency and advice about which products
