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After the Credit Application: Getting to Know Your Customers Even Better

Your Virtual Credit Manager

(Photo by Markus Spiske on Unsplash ) When there are time constraints that forestall additional research, denying credit or requiring collateral or some other security is the best way to avoid a decision that results in delinquency and a potential bad debt loss.

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A Focus on Collections & Credit Fraud

Your Virtual Credit Manager

While emails are often used, phone calls can be more effective, especially for high-risk accounts. Bust-Out Schemes : Criminals establish fake businesses, submit fraudulent credit applications, make small payments to build trust, then divert large orders and dissappear, turning receivables into bad debts.

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Top Accounts Receivable Strategies for 2025

Gaviti

In 2025, successful businesses will: Analyze payment trends to refine credit terms and collection strategies. Use data-driven insights to improve customer segmentation and prioritize high-risk accounts. Consistency in credit processes reduces bad debt and fosters healthier customer relationships.

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Supercharge Your Collections

Your Virtual Credit Manager

Photo by Willian Cittadin on Unsplash ) Neglecting collections can also lead to longer payment cycles, strained client relationships, and an increase in bad debt. This delay in cash inflows can create a vicious cycle, where a lack of working capital stalls the business’s ability to function efficiently.

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Past Due to Bad Debt: How to Segment Customers by Risk & Implement Collections Strategies that Match

Bectran

The accumulation of bad debt is a massive hindrance for businesses that rely on consistent cash flow in their accounts receivable. Piling bad debt reduces your companys expected revenue and limits your ability to reinvest liquidity into business operations. The Bad Debt Spiral.