Your Virtual Credit Manager

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

A customer that pays on time does not require any collection efforts. Those who sometimes pay on time only require a collection effort when they pay late; getting them to pay is usually not difficult. Since they are abusing your credit terms, why not require them to pay with a credit card when they place an order?

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Your Virtual Credit Manager

DECEMBER 26, 2023

In our case, we found our readers had an affinity for articles on identifying collection risks and the best ways of dealing with past due balances. First we look at Red Flags that may indicate a customer could begin paying slower or default. Far more damaging is a customer that defaults (never pays).

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Your Virtual Credit Manager

JUNE 4, 2024

Successful collections require the coordination of a variety of activities: timely and accurate invoices and payment posting, monthly statements, email reminders and other dunning notices as well as telephone calls. A Cautionary Tale… As a corporate credit manager, I periodically was tasked with other finance department activities.

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Your Virtual Credit Manager

JUNE 27, 2023

Some have good credit, others are clear risks. The first evidence a business fits this persona is when their payment history — both references and credit bureau report — indicates they pay all their vendors promptly. When that happens, it is time to review their credit again.

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CreditStrong for Business

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

If a collection account is deleted, does your credit score increase ? The short answer is that it depends on the credit-scoring model used to evaluate your credit. If a collection account appears on your credit, it highlights a crucial issue with your financial health, which you should immediately work to improve.

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Your Virtual Credit Manager

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Photo by Ralph Hutter on Unsplash Confronted with high interest rates and inflation, and heading into a what is increasingly looking like a recession, small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) will probably need to use a Collection Agency more than they have in the past.

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Your Virtual Credit Manager

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Photo by Kenny Eliason on Unsplash Effective collections is the single most important factor for achieving reliable cash inflows. Effective collections can also reduce bad debt losses by compensating for a liberal or weak Credit Control function. The solution to the collections challenge therefore starts with Prioritization.

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Your Virtual Credit Manager

JULY 2, 2024

Moreover, if you are trying to collect from a small business, you may have to deal with the owner, who will have a lot on their plate in addition to their debt to your company. New to collections? You should attend Introduction to Business/Commercial Collections on Tuesday, July 16 at 1:30 PM EDT. annualy, forever.

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Your Virtual Credit Manager

JUNE 6, 2023

People who are new to business collections are inclined to fall into one of several patterns. Seldom does a new collector appreciate the need for a balanced, holistic approach to debt collections. In time, as they become more familiar with the process of collecting, their productivity increases.

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Your Virtual Credit Manager

MARCH 5, 2024

Finding the time and resources to accomplish all the collection activities required to do a good job is a constant challenge. Most small companies come up short because when there isn’t a dedicated employee responsible for credit and collections, the owner or CFO have more important things to do.

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Your Virtual Credit Manager

APRIL 23, 2024

” (Photo by Devon MacKay on Unsplash ) This applies to credit and collections as well as anything else. Collectors are continually learning what works to get people to pay up and what doesn’t. Another thing trade creditors can study is companies that have defaulted or filed for bankruptcy. Share Read more

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Fundera

JULY 22, 2018

Default vs. Delinquency. Loan defaults and delinquencies both stem from overdue loan payments. If you miss several payments or can’t make payments for an extended time (usually 90 to 120 days), the lender will place the loan in default and can start collection proceedings against you. What’s a Delinquent Loan?

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Fundera

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

When a credit bureau computes your credit score, their job is to produce a number that estimates—given your past and current financial history—how likely you are to default on future debts. There are five notable components of a personal credit score. There are five notable components of a personal credit score.

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Your Virtual Credit Manager

APRIL 25, 2023

Inevitably you will need to initiate collection activities; in other words, start requesting past due customers pay what they owe your firm for goods and/or services provided on credit terms. What are the other tasks that will not get done or be delayed because of the time you devote to collections?

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Fundera

MARCH 3, 2019

If you miss several payments or can’t make payments for an extended time (usually 90 to 120 days), the lender will place the loan in default and can start collection proceedings against you. Both delinquencies and defaults damage your credit. Your Credit Score Will Take a Hit. What’s a Delinquent Loan?

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Your Virtual Credit Manager

DECEMBER 6, 2022

If your sales are consummated via payment at the point of sale, which may involve “pay with order” or “pay on delivery” protocols involving a credit card or an online e-payment product, managing Accounts Receivable (AR) will not be big issue for you. Cash Flow is the number one cause of small business bankruptcies.

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RMAi Blog

MARCH 14, 2023

This is a very expansive definition which would include medical debt charged on a credit card, including a bottle of Tylenol purchased from a grocery store. RMAI is strongly opposed to this bill and is working with our Colorado lobbyist and other industry trade associations to get an exemption for credit card debt.

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Your Virtual Credit Manager

APRIL 18, 2023

Just as payroll has been cost effectively handled by external processors for over 70 years, so can a variety of credit, collection and AR tasks and processes. Credit Risk Evaluations : If you purchase Credit Risk Insurance, the insurer will serve as your Credit Department. it just might help them pay you sooner!

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RMAi Blog

APRIL 12, 2023

The following bills of concern are a sample of the legislation that RMAI is currently engaging on behalf of the industry: California AB 1414 – This bill would exclude consumer credit accounts from the definition of “book account” which would force all litigation through a contract theory for litigation.

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MNS Credit Management Group

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Who are debt collectors? A corporation or agency that recovers money owing on past-due debts is known as a debt collector. Many businesses that owe money to creditors use debt collectors, who work for a fee or a portion of the total amount collected. Another name for a collection agency is a debt collector.

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MNS Credit Management Group

JULY 12, 2023

For instance, they could try internal or outside collection efforts or even file a lawsuit. Before the debt is deemed bad, collection measures may still be made. Let’s examine how financial organisations might lower the risk of lending money and boost collections. How may loan risks be diminished?

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SAP Credit Management

DECEMBER 20, 2022

I am a collector of old computers and software and have a passion for these vintage systems. I have a collection of old servers and hardware from SUN, SGI, CRAY, Apple… and I like to tinker with them occasionally so why not? However, all other aspects of the kernel are the same as in later versions. SAP Service Manager and dpmon.

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RMAi Blog

JANUARY 13, 2023

Here are some recently introduced bills that might be of interest: New York SB 171 – This bill would create a private right of action against originating creditors and debt collectors for a violation of the Debt Collection Procedures Act. Prof’l Bureau of Collections of Md., 4th 823 (10th Cir. 4th 1236, 1240 (11th Cir.

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MNS Credit Management Group

MAY 28, 2022

The Debt collections business is primed for even greater transformation in 2022, which should come as no surprise. The latest modification to Reg F, lenders’ digital-first strategy to engaging with consumers, and the improving economy are all going to make things more difficult for third-party collectors.

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MNS Credit Management Group

MAY 25, 2023

The main purpose of debt collection in any country is to find an amicable and smooth settlement of dues between a debtor and a creditor. However, in Indonesia, there are no specific rules regarding debt collection service companies. Indonesia is no exception. The rules mainly exist in the Civil Code and other Indonesian regulations.

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SAP Credit Management

JULY 26, 2023

The Z Garbage Collector (ZGC) is no longer an experimental feature. Now we have stream.toList() method. Stream<String> stringStream = Stream.of("a", "b", "c"); List<String> stringList = stringStream.toList(); Records Records will allow you to create immutable data classes. Compact number formattiing support. (1k,1M

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Fundera

MAY 25, 2017

New business owners especially often have to rely on their personal access to credit in order to finance the beginning stages of their business operations. Fortunately, some changes coming down the pipeline could positively affect millions of Americans’ credit scores. How the NCAP Standards Will Affect Your Credit Score.

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FICO Blog

JANUARY 18, 2023

Top 5 Debt Collection Posts of 2022: Crisis and Opportunity. As more people enter the collections queue due to rising costs and economic wobbles, our collections experts share their tips for early collections, digital approaches and more. Here are the top five posts from 2022 on debt collection trends. FICO Admin.

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TreviPay

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Trade credit insurance has become a vital tool for businesses looking to protect themselves from the risk of non-payment by customers. This type of insurance acts as a safety net, covering unpaid invoices when clients default or face financial difficulties. What Is Trade Credit Insurance? How Does Trade Credit Insurance Work?

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tillful

MAY 17, 2023

Here’s a closer look at what collection filings and derogatory marks mean for businesses. Plus, learn how long they stay on your record, how to prevent them, and tips on getting your business credit back on track. What does it mean to have a business debt in collections? What is a derogatory mark on a credit report ?

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Lendio

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Before a lender in particular will approve your application for a business loan , you typically need to prove that you and your business are good credit risks. Some borrowers may have trouble satisfying the qualification requirements of traditional commercial lenders—especially startups and small business owners with less-than-perfect credit.

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SAP Credit Management

DECEMBER 26, 2022

After all the users have been transferred to the bridge subsystem, the default database schema of the production system is renamed by appending SHD to its name. In transaction ST03, expand subtree Collector and Performance DB -> Performance Database -> Monitoring Database -> Reorganization.

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Collenda

JULY 31, 2024

The Impact of Economic Turbulence on Customers The cost-of-living crisis has affected borrowers profoundly, exacerbating financial struggles and potentially leading to increased defaults. Lenders are asked to extend support not only to those already in arrears but also to customers at risk of payment difficulties.

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Due

AUGUST 27, 2024

Following years of uncertain economic conditions, soaring inflation , and rising interest rates, many Americans report having more credit card debt than in emergency savings, according to a recent Bankrate survey. The process involves the ability of a person to repay the loan and the value of their vehicle.

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Your Virtual Credit Manager

MARCH 18, 2025

In the complex world of business-to-business commerce, debt collection, though sometimes unappreciated, remains a critical yet delicate process. Photo by NoWah Bartscher on Unsplash ) Effective debt collection is not just about recouping owed funds; it's an art that requires finesse, legal awareness, and strategic communication.

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Your Virtual Credit Manager

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Photo by CDC on Unsplash Credit & Collection results suffer greatly from lack of attention and expertise. Hiring an experienced full-time person to perform the Credit & Collection tasks is not financially possible. Learn More About Credit Reports Please share this newsletter with your small business customers.

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RMAi Blog

APRIL 14, 2025

The letter specifically noted several proposals including restrictions on creditors and consumer reporting agencies concerning medical information (Regulation V), credit card penalty fees (Regulation Z), identity theft and coerced debt provisions, data broker practices under Regulation V, and more. View RMAIs data broker comments here.

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