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As Pandemic Aid Dries Up, Businesses Chase Covid Tax Credit

Collection Industry News

The agency says it views the ERC as a serious compliance issue; it has started audits, training 300 revenue agents on how to examine the credit. The IRS had handled more than 450,000 claims through March and had up to 281,000 more to process as of early November.

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Web Chat Services for AR: Never Miss a Payment Opportunity

PDC Flow

Along with customer support , web chat services help agents close accounts and collect more revenue. Agents should be able to answer simple questions about a consumer’s bill, oftentimes faster than with a phone call. Using positive language in chats can encourage consumers and build trust. . Using Chat in Accounts Receivable.

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Creating a Successful Collection Agent Incentive Program

Payment Savvy

This is where collection agent incentive programs come in to save the day. These incentive programs motivate debt collection agents to work harder and, in turn, keep your collection agency in the black. Collection Agents Bring in Revenue. Agents play a pivotal role in the debt collection agency.