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Feb 2 2013 02, 2013

Tips About Balancing the Books at the Beginning of a New Year

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It’s a new year. The corporate lull of the Holidays has passed and routines have been established once again. New goals have been set, new calendars posted on the walls and new government officials have taken the offices to which they were elected in November. Spring is on the horizon, bringing with it a [...]

Jan 28 2013 01, 2013

Why Debt Collectors are Actually Superheroes

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Superheroes walk among us. Much like the heroes portrayed in comic books, they live ordinary lives. So what was it that transformed them into superheroes? Here are some brief explanations: The Hulk—exposure to gamma rays led to an anger problem he managed to channel for good Spiderman—got bit by a radioactive spider Superman—sent to [...]

Jan 22 2013 01, 2013

5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Collect Debts

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Many companies allow many months to pass before seeking debt collection. The problem with waiting is that it decreases the chances that it will ever be collected. The more time that goes by the more time the defaulted has to flee or justify the reasons why the debt has not been paid. These are [...]

Jan 17 2013 01, 2013

California Fair Debt Collection Practice Act

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If you’re seeking to have a debt paid, you need to know how to collect. California has protocols collection agencies must follow to preserve the rights of the payee. Maintaining Respect When a collection agency in California seeks payment on past due balances, they must maintain respect. There shouldn’t be any profane language used, harassment [...]

Dec 19 2012 12, 2012

What Documentation is Necessary to Recover Debt?

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A quality paper trail is one of the greatest aids you can provide in the collection of debt. Our goal is always to recover your funds without having to go to court, but without good documentation, court is futile. The following elements help to expedite the debt recovery process. Contact info Even if your debtor’s [...]

Dec 13 2012 12, 2012

3 Ways to be Generous During the Holidays Without Putting Your Business in Debt

By |December 13th, 2012|Blog|Comments Off on 3 Ways to be Generous During the Holidays Without Putting Your Business in Debt

The holiday season tends to do one of two things to people. They either become extra generous (often spending more than they have) or, like Ebeneezer Scrooge, extra miserly. There are some ways to balance the two so that you don’t overspend or under-appreciate. Here are three tips about how to navigate your company [...]

Nov 1 2012 11, 2012

Is It Ever Too Late to Collect on Past Due Accounts?

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Many businesses do not make the time to pursue past due accounts for one of three reasons: They are busy tending to paying customers and expanding the business. They are unable to locate the debtor. Their accounts receivable records are not properly kept. When there is a lull in the action, and past due accounts [...]

Oct 29 2012 10, 2012

Is There Anything Different About Online Debt Recovery?

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With Etsy, eBay, Pinterest and any number of other e-commerce business transaction options, you may never see your customers face to face or know their stories. When your clients do not live in your neighborhood (or even your country) and they have past due accounts, how can you go about collecting the funds? If [...]

Oct 26 2012 10, 2012

Can You Collect Even if the Debtor Files Bankruptcy?

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When debtors file bankruptcy, it is not uncommon for companies to assume a loss of the total amount the debtors owe.  While that may be true in many cases, it is not always true. And what have you got to lose? If you don’t get paid, we don’t get paid. Bankruptcy There are two different [...]

Sep 19 2012 09, 2012

Debt Recovery: A Case Study

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The trailer company had long provided rentals to their debtor. However, in recent months, the debtor had returned damaged trailers and refused to make payments. The debtor owed the trailer company $4,384 in past due payments and damage charges. After numerous phone calls and emails trying to resolve the debt, one of the managers [...]

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