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Credit Management: How tough should you get?- A guest blog by Menzies

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One of the key obstacles when keeping on top of a debtors ledger is that often, business owners are afraid of damaging long-term customer relationships. What approach can you take to keep on top of debtor ledgers? As the customer’s priority is to manage their own cashflow, they may look to exceed their payment terms if possible.

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Top Reasons to Outsource your Debts to a Debt Collection Specialist

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Dealing with non-paying customers can be extremely frustrating, as any credit manager knows. While customers will do anything to avoid paying their debts, it is more practical to hire the services of a debt collection expert to persuade debtors to make payments. . disposal to track down evading debtors.

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CFPB Debt Collection Rules: What You Need to Know

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In November 2021, the new Consumer Finance Protection Bureau (CFPB) Debt Collection Rule went into effect. This rule limits how often a collector can contact a debtor while also establishing rules around social media and what information must be included in a voicemail. Debt collector name and mailing information.

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Common Myths About Using a Collection Agency

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Companies hire debt collection agencies to collect debts on their behalf. Sometimes, businesses may even sell their debt to collection agencies. In that case, those businesses no longer own the debt you’re paying. Regardless of why the debt collectors pursue the debt, the agency contacts you for a reason.

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How Does Validation of Debts Work?

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A statement that unless the consumer disputes the debt within 30 days of receipt it will be assumed to be valid by the debt collector. A statement that the debt collector will provide to the consumer, within 30 days, the name of the original creditor if different than the debt collector.

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7 Basic Debt Collection Tips from a Debt Recovery Company

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Indeed the best credit manager may require the assistance of a skilled debt collector at some point. Furthermore, any business or company that provides credit will require the services of a good debt collection agency, especially with a recession around the corner. . Keep trying. . Pick up the phone. .

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Modernizing Debt Collection During the Digital Age

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If consumers ask them not to do so, debtors cannot be contacted at work. Debt collectors are not allowed to threaten or harass. Debt collectors cannot tell any third parties about someone’s debt. If collectors are told in writing to stop, they cannot contact the consumer. E-Communication.