Credit Research Foundation

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

It’s been 16 years since the last major economic downturn – the banking crisis that started in 2007 and was in full impact mode from 2008 through 2010. During that period, the U.S. economy shed over 8.7 million jobs, and the unemployment rate peaked at 10% in October 2009. Since then, we’ve weathered the COVID-19 pandemic, which many experts predicted would lead to a wave of defaults and business closures.

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RevCycle

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Hospitals are facing a growing threat to their bottom lines, namely payer requests for information (RFI’s). A study by Kodiak Solutions shows that the denial rate from initial RFI’s has increased by nearly 9% since 2022. The increase is not due to a decrease in data quality either, with Colleen Hall of Kodiak Solutions stating: “Our analysis suggests that health insurers are using RFI denials to simply slow down claims that they ultimately will pay, just to reap the benefits of paying more slowl

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RMAi Blog

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

CHANDLER, AZ – National Credit Adjusters, a receivables acquisition and management firm headquartered in Hutchinson, KS with a satellite location in Chandler, AZ, was pleased to continue support of an annual water drive spearheaded by the team in the Chandler office. Due to the desert climate, Chandler, AZ has an average temperature of a sweltering 107 degrees in July, taking a toll on the unfortunate during the summer.

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Your Virtual Credit Manager

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Credit and collections management too often involves simultaneously handling multiple urgent tasks that demand immediate attention. It is more common to face sudden crises or fire drills than to have long, uninterrupted periods to work on important projects. This constant pressure is one of the greatest challenges executives with accounts receivable (AR) responsibilities face—navigating urgent issues while still keeping focused on the strategic goals that drive long-term success.

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Due

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

A man from Nevada has been convicted of a fraud scam involving $11.2M in COVID-19 pandemic relief funds intended to help small businesses. The person at the heart of the fraud case, Meelad Dezfooli, was prosecuted by Trial Attorneys D. Zachary Adams and Taylor G. Stout of the Criminal Division’s Money Laundering and Asset Recovery Section (MLARS) and Assistant U.S.

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TreviPay

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Without customer satisfaction built into your B2B growth strategy, you might run into some unnecessary growing pains. Invoicing is an essential consideration to include in your strategy. As part of a comprehensive smart approach, it’s important to understand that invoicing B2B customers is significantly more complicated than invoicing B2C customers.

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Grit

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Maximizing profits after Halloween is essential for BigCommerce merchants. The holiday season doesn’t end on October 31st. There are still plenty of opportunities to drive sales during the Halloween after sale period. Automated campaigns can help you manage these post-Halloween sales efficiently, saving time and boosting revenue. Understanding the Importance of Halloween After Sales Halloween after sale campaigns are crucial for keeping the momentum going after the holiday.

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RMAi Blog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

RMAI extends its thoughts of support to all of those affected by Hurricane Helene. RMAI recommends all members temporarily suspend collection calls and communications to consumers in the portions of southeast who are directly affected by this emergency. Information on the effect of Hurricane Helene from some of the states directly impacted are listed below.

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Plooto

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Regardless of your hesitations, investing in technology can save you and your team a lot of unnecessary headaches. If you’re on the fence, read these five key reasons why payment automation is worth the investment.

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Due

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

In an industry flooded with options, Gavin Maloof and Steve Rice have found a way to stand out with their tequila brand, Comisario. They credit their success to a combination of business acumen, product excellence , and an authentic partnership. From the start, their approach to the competitive liquor market was rooted in creating a product that stood out in terms of taste and upheld values of trust, integrity, and a commitment to customers and employees alike.

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Accounting Department

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

When you have a small or mid-size business, one of the issues you can run into is not having all the departments a larger company would have. In other words, you might not have dedicated employees for HR, accounting, and other areas. Fortunately, there are ways to outsource a number of services, including client accounting services. This helps keep your company growing and succeeding, without the need to bring on more employees or overwork yourself to get everything done.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Manage the impact of interest rate cuts at your institution These five tips from Abrigo expert Dave Koch will help banks and credit unions prepare for a rate drop. You might also like this on-demand webinar, "Navigating uncertain times: Strategies for effective risk management and compliance." WATCH Takeaway 1 As financial institutions anticipate rate cuts, many are questioning how to structure their lending and ALM strategies accordingly.

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Grit

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Thanksgiving is a pivotal time for eCommerce businesses, as it marks the beginning of the holiday shopping season. For retailers, it’s an opportunity to drive sales, engage customers, and build long-lasting relationships. This blog’ll explore some of the best Thanksgiving email examples and how to set them up effectively on BigCommerce. Top Thanksgiving Email Examples for BigCommerce Festive Promotion Announcement A well-crafted festive promotion announcement can generate excitement and ur

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RMAi Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Bringing 15 Years’ Experience in Client and New Product Development Rochester, N.Y. – September 25, 2024 – Continental Service Group, LLC d/b/a ConServe, a prominent leader in the collections industry, is excited to announce the addition of Matthew Rehnelt to their Sales Department as the Director of Business Development. In his new role, Matt will focus on supporting ConServe’s U.S.

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CreditStrong for Business

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

A business loan can provide your company with financial solutions for many different situations. Yet before you can take advantage of thisl, you’ll need to figure out how to qualify for a business loan. Each lender has its own criteria when it comes to approving loan applicants. Below, you’ll find nine common business loan requirements that your company might need to satisfy to qualify for this versatile type of financing.

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Due

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Consumers care about quality. From experiences to services to gear, for most consumers money spent on affordable, quality products is seen as money well spent. As a business, it’s important to maintain a high degree of quality. At the same time, you need to operate with a healthy profit margin and ensure your target audience can afford the solutions you’re offering.

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Credit Management Group UK

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

We have recently introduced three new live online training courses. Our second one we would like to introduce is specifically for the Construction Industry. There is currently and introductory offer of £99 + vat. How to get paid in Construction Who will benefit? The course would be most beneficial for employees working in Account departments, project managers working for suppliers and sub-contractors to the construction industry.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

When AI complements human decision-making Human oversight, often called a human-in-the-loop approach, remains important as AI increasingly enhances AML/CFT software. You might also like this checklist, "6 steps for compliance with the new AML/CFT program rules." DOWNLOAD Takeaway 1 A human-in-the-loop approach plays a vital role in ensuring that AI systems effectively support alert and case management for AML/CFT suspicious activity monitoring.

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Grit

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The holiday shopping season is just around the corner, and Cyber Monday is one of the biggest days for eCommerce sales. As a BigCommerce store owner, preparing for Cyber Monday is crucial to ensure your online store is ready to handle the influx of traffic and orders. In this guide, our eCommerce experts share their top tips and strategies for optimizing your BigCommerce site to maximize your Cyber Monday sales.

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RMAi Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

On September 24, 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law three consumer protection bills aimed at medical debt, commercial debt, and enforcement of money judgments. RMAI actively lobbied and were able to achieve amendments on all three bills. In the case of Senate Bill 1061, we were able to significantly narrow the scope of the term “medical debt” and withdrew our opposition.

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CreditStrong for Business

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Startups often need funding to get up and running or gain additional traction. Generally, the best way to do that without giving up ownership of your company is to get a startup business loan. However, qualifying for a business loan can be challenging, especially for new startups without significant revenues or business credit history. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the process, plus some alternative financing options you may want to consider.

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Due

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Given the rising costs of higher education, saving for college is a vital goal. However, it is just one piece of the larger financial puzzle you must navigate. Retirement, emergency funds, debt repayments, and other obligations also actively compete for your attention and resources. Achieving this delicate balancing act requires a deep understanding of how different objectives can coexist harmoniously within a comprehensive plan.

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Accounting Department

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

The month-end is coming up and that means it is time to close. A monthly close can be a laborious process that is dreaded by some accounting and finance departments, but it doesn't have to be that hard!

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Critical practices for individuals and organizations to protect their data The National Public Data breach serves as a reminder to all of us that proactive measures are necessary to safeguard our personal information. You might also like this whitepaper: "Protecting banking customers starts with you." DOWNLOAD Takeaway 1 The National Public Data breach exposed over 2.7 billion records and is a reminder to be proactive when safeguarding your data.

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Enterprise Recovery

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Cash flow basics are important for startup leaders to ensure financial stability and growth. Positive cash flow indicates more money is coming into the business than going out, while negative cash flow suggests the opposite. Leadership should regularly monitor cash flow statements to identify trends, potential shortfalls, and opportunities for improvement.

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RMAi Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

In This Update With less than two months before the November elections, an air of uncertainty lingers throughout Washington. Regardless of the outcome in the U.S. House and Senate elections, current Members of Congress will hold a lame duck session that could be filled with activity. We’re likely to see utilization of the Congressional Review Act (CRA), an oversight tool that Congress can use to overturn final rules issued by federal agencies.

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Grit

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

For businesses operating on the BigCommerce platform, preparing for Black Friday requires a strategic approach to ensure everything runs smoothly and profitably. Having a well-structured Black Friday checklist is essential to managing the increased traffic, optimizing inventory, and executing effective marketing campaigns. This guide will provide a comprehensive checklist to help BigCommerce B2B enterprises prepare for a successful Black Friday, leveraging BigCommerce’s strengths and Atom8

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biz2credit

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The Federal Reserve announced it will lower the effective funds rate by 50 basis points (0.50%). This officially ends an aggressive rate hike campaign that started in 2022 to quell inflation that at one point reached over 9%. Now that inflation is near the Fed’s 2% target, Fed Chair Jerome Powell announced the lowering of … Continue reading "Fed Lowers Interest Rates, Here’s What It Means For You and Your Business" The post Fed Lowers Interest Rates, Here’s What It Means For You and Your B

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Accounting Department

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is crucial for any business aiming to scale successfully. It involves detailed financial forecasting, budgeting, and analytical processes that drive strategic decision-making.

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Credit Management Group UK

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

We have recently introduced three new live online training courses. Our third one we would like to introduce is for anyone working in the Commercial Industry. There is currently and introductory offer of £99 + vat. Commercial Awareness Training Who will benefit? Anyone who would benefit for a greater understanding of contract law and how to practically apply it to their role and business to reduce risk and improve cashflow.

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