Why Summer is the Ideal Time to Review Your Receivables
Reviewing aging receivables in July can help businesses avoid unpleasant financial surprises at the end of the year. Here's why now is the time—and how we can help.
⟩ Read More...Leveraging Technology to Improve Debt Collection Efficiency
In today’s digital economy, businesses must constantly evolve to stay ahead—especially when it comes to accounts receivable and debt collection. Here’s how businesses are leveraging technology to improve debt collection efficiency.
⟩ Read More...Legal Issues in Commercial Debt Collections: What Businesses Need to Know
Whether you're trying to collect on an overdue invoice or considering legal action against a non-paying client, understanding your rights and responsibilities is critical.
⟩ Read More...Navigating the Debt Collection Process: From First Contact to Resolution
Whether you are a business owner or a financial professional, understanding the stages of the debt collection process and using effective strategies can help recover outstanding payments and preserve client relationships.
⟩ Read More...Mitigating Early Warning Signs of B2B Trouble
Recognizing early warning signs of financial distress in your clients can help you take proactive measures to lower risk before it escalates into a debt collection scenario.
⟩ Read More...Best Practices for Avoiding Commercial Debt Issues
Poor debt management can lead to cash flow problems, strained relationships with clients, and insolvency (which is when a debtor is unable to pay their debt).
⟩ Read More...Understanding the Basics of Commercial Debt Collection
Unlike consumer debt collection, which involves individual people, commercial debt collection focuses on business-to-business (B2B) debt.
⟩ Read More...Why Terms and Conditions Matter to Your Claim
Terms and conditions are the legal backbone of any contract, and when it comes to debt collection, they're no exception.
⟩ Read More...Investigating a Debt: What did the Creditor Sell to the Debtor?
A debt collector should conduct a thorough investigation into what the client (the business owed money) sold to the customer. This is done to verify the claim.
⟩ Read More...Choosing the Right Method for Contacting Debtors
If you’re trying to get in contact with a debtor, you’re most likely going to be calling, texting, or emailing them. Here is a quick guide to the advantages and challenges of each method.
⟩ Read More...The RSD 90-Day Collection Process
Our clients love and appreciate the fact that our collection process, on average, takes only 90 days to complete.
⟩ Read More...Knowing When to File Suit and When to Walk Away
Determining whether to pursue legal action or to cease efforts requires careful consideration. Here's a comprehensive guide to help navigate this decision-making process effectively.
⟩ Read More...When Should I Place a Delinquent Commercial Account for Collection?
For people who haven’t enlisted the help of a debt collector before, beginning the process can seem intimidating. In reality, filing for collection is actually very easy and painless!
⟩ Read More...5 Myths About Debt Collectors
There may be heartless collectors out there, but on the whole, people in the collection business are nothing like the cold rumors you may have seen online.
⟩ Read More...Why Work a CLLA Certified Debt Collector?
Commercial debt collectors that are certified by the CLLA perform at an exceptionally high standard by following strict rules and regulations, excelling at communication, and providing effective services.
⟩ Read More...Navigating Debt Collection: A Primer for New Business Owners
Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, understanding the basics of debt collection is crucial to ensuring the financial stability of your enterprise.
⟩ Read More...Why Should a Creditor use RSD to Handle Legal Collections, Instead of Going Directly to a Law Firm?
RSD has a unique ability to service legal collections, because of their expertise in this field, the volume of legal matters they handle, and the resources they have available.
⟩ Read More...Super Debt Bowl LVIII: When Commercial B2B Debt Collection Meets Touchdown
In the thrilling world of commercial B2B debt collection, where every outstanding invoice is a potential touchdown, the Super Bowl takes on a whole new meaning.
⟩ Read More...Prepare for the 2024 Fiscal Year!
Here are five things you can do as a business owner to set yourself up for a successful fiscal year.
⟩ Read More...Prepare for the New Year with a Debt Collection Agency
Everyone wants a clean slate at the beginning of 2024! That’s why the end of the year is an important time to clean up delinquent accounts.
⟩ Read More...How can Debt Affect Your Business's Credit Score?
Just like your personal credit card, your business’s credit card has a credit score. This credit score is hugely important to the success of your business. Also just like your personal credit score, debt will drastically lower your business’s credit score.
⟩ Read More...Not Just Michigan Commercial Debt Collection!
Ross, Stuart & Dawson is located in Michigan, but can handle collections in every state!
⟩ Read More...The Future of Commercial Debt Collection
At Ross, Stuart & Dawson, we’ve been in the commercial debt collection business since 1975.
⟩ Read More...Misconceptions about Debt Collectors
Commercial debt collection with RSD is prompt, kind, and communicative!
⟩ Read More...What Does Inflation Mean for Credit Lending?
At the first sign of nonpayment or payment disputes, call RSD, a commercial collection agency in Michigan.
⟩ Read More...Recognizing the Delinquent Debtor
Want to maximize your return? Partner with a commercial collection agency in Michigan like RSD!
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Why Businesses of All Sizes Should Partner with a Debt Collector
Searching for a collection agency serving Kentwood? RSD can collect from anywhere in Michigan!
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Best Credit Risk Management Practices
RSD provides credit collection services near Wyoming, MI that include credit investigations, portfolio liquidation, credit policy creation, and more!
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When to Make an On-Site Visit to Your Customer/Debtor
Don’t stress over planning a meeting with nonpaying clients when you can work with a collection agency serving Muskegon.
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Michigan Debt Collection Agency Can Collect Equipment Leasing Debt
If your customer is dodging your emails and phone calls, it’s time to contact a debt collection agency serving Grand Rapids.
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When to Write-Off Debt
When you need payment, reach out to a debt collector in Michigan first!
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Set Your Business Up for Success This New Fiscal Year
Save time, money, and eliminate stress by using RSD’s debt collection services in Michigan.
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Why the Age of the Debt Matters
The age of the debt does play a role in your potential return – its age is directly proportionate to its collectability.
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Why Use RSD to Handle Legal Collections Over a Law Firm?
RSD can facilitate legal collections based on their expertise in the field and the volume of legal matters they handle.
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What Makes a Great Debt Collector? Qualifications of a Collection Service
Consider the following qualifications and credentials when choosing a collection service.
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Why Partner with a Debt Collector?
Partnering with a debt collection agency in Michigan means you get efficient, expert handling of your claim.
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How is Skip Tracing Used in Debt Collection?
If you need help with business debt collection in Michigan, skip tracing might be your next step.
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International Collections? RSD Has the Solution
RSD serves many Fortune 500 companies with offices throughout the world.
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How to Improve Cash Flow
When you have positive cash flow, your business demonstrates the ability to responsibly receive and pay money in a way that looks favorable on a balance sheet.
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RSD Breaks Down the Difference Between Commercial and Consumer Debts for Landlords
Typically, a landlord trying to collect from an individual tenant or family is considered a consumer debt. RSD only collects commercial debt.
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How To Handle Invoice Disputes
If you’re having trouble being paid, a kind and professional debt collection agency in Michigan can help!
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The Difference Between Commercial and Consumer Debts
Ross, Stuart & Dawson is a commercial collection agency in Michigan certified by the Commercial Law League of America (CLLA).
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How to Maximize Your Returns from a Collection Agency
Are you ready to maximize your return? Ross, Stuart & Dawson can help! We’ve been collecting with empathy and kindness for over four decades.
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Your Supply Chain Struggles Need a Debt Collector in Michigan
These supply chain hiccups are predicted to continue throughout 2022, so you may want to strengthen your credit risk management system.
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What Does it Mean to be a Certified Agency by the CLLA?
There are only 26 CLLA certified agencies worldwide, and RSD is one of them!
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RSD Praised by the CLLA
RSD was featured in a social post from the Commercial Law League of America.
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Credit Collection Services Can Include More Than Just Debt Collection!
Ross, Stuart & Dawson has 47 years of experience in debt collection, collecting both domestic and international debts.
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Need Help Collecting Commercial Insurance Debt?
Looking for a debt collector in Michigan? The professionals at Ross, Stuart & Dawson have years of experience in commercial insurance collections.
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Keep Moving with RSD! Transportation and Warehousing Debt Collection
The transportation and warehousing industry is expansive, and can make commercial debt collection complex.
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Keep Your Manufacturing Company Running Smoothly with RSD
At Ross, Stuart and Dawson, commercial debt collection in the manufacturing industry is one of our areas of expertise.
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Collection in the Employee Staffing Industry
RSD understands the complexities of your industry and the best ways to proceed in collection.
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Collection in the Media Industry
Your media job depends on timely payments from advertisers, or it can stall progress in your fast-paced industry.
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The Technological Changes in Collecting
Technology is constantly changing. Even in the world of collections, if you don’t keep up with tech updates, you risk being left behind.
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How to Approach Debtors
Each type of debtor may need a different approach in order to collect.
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Why use a Collection Agency?
Collection agencies can help you communicate, negotiate, mediate, calculate risk, and more.
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Commercial Debt Collections
Our commercial debt collections firm handles virtually all aspects of collection, from the initial demand for payment, all the way through complex litigation if needed.
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The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act Governs Even the Most Expert Debt Collectors
Are you looking for an expert debt collector to pursue your unpaid invoices? With RSD, you’ve come to the right place!
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Four Steps Your Debt Collection Agency Recommends When You’re Pursuing Money Owed to Your Business
Here's a few of the simple steps a good debt collection agency will follow to improve the chances of a successful collection.
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How to Collect Debt from a Delinquent Commercial Account
At RSD, our staff has over 40 years of experience handling commercial and b2b debt collection. If you're having difficulty collecting on an unpaid claim, call today!
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Making the Call: The First Step to Collecting on a Delinquent Account
When you have a client who's been delinquent in their payments to your company, it's important to tread carefully to ensure your best chances of collecting your money.
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The Broken Promise: The Next Step in Collecting on a Delinquent Account
Now that you've had the conversation with your debtor, the work really begins. All debtors break promises. To keep that to a minimum is to have excellent follow-up.
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Coping with Angry or Hostile Debtors When Collecting on a Delinquent Account
You've taken a firm stance with your debtor about your expectations for payment. What do you do if, instead of cooperating, the debtor takes an aggressive posture?
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Business Debt Collection in Person: The Final Step for a Delinquent Account
If all else fails and if it is practical, the final step is to arrange a personal interview with the customer.
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How Has Landing a Commercial Debt Collection Client Changed Since We Started?
RSD has been in the commercial debt collection industry for more than 45 years, having started in 1975 when the world was a very different place.
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Contacting Debtors: Changes For Us as a Commercial Collection Company in Michigan
A lot has changed since Ross, Stuart and Dawson's establishment in 1975. Learn more!
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Keeping Up With Compliances As a Commercial Collection Agency in Michigan
One of the ways in which our industry has changed over the years is the increase in the number of consumer protection laws on both the federal and state level.
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Why Is It So Important to Use a Kind Approach When Collecting Debt From Companies?
At RSD, we have proven standards that have helped maintain a successful record of commercial debt collection and kept our valued clients coming back.
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Maintaining a kind approach in commercial debt collection
Last week we talked about how important it is to keep a calm, kind approach when collecting debt. That's not always easy to do.
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When is it time to call a Commercial Debt Collection Agency?
We've given our professional advice about the best ways to collect delinquent accounts. But there are some debts that are better left to the experts!
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Commercial Collection: How old should a debt be?
When should I place a delinquent commercial account for collection? The answer can be tricky, and can have some bearing on the amount you collect.
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