Extending credit and collecting debt can be risky business if you aren’t proactive and following the letter of the law. From getting the necessary customer information on a credit application to spotting suspicious customer behaviors, you need to be ready to go into collections mode when necessary. When that happens, you need to be persistent and firm all while making sure you comply with all applicable state and national consumer protection laws.
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