Dos and Don’ts of Debt Collection and Recovery


If you are owed a sum of money by either an individual or a business entity the following are guide lines on the dos and don’ts  on how to navigate through this minefield of debt collection and debt recovery.

 

Do’s of Debt collection and Debt recovery

 

  •  Negotiate – Big businesses do it, medium scale entities follow suit, and so do individuals. Negotiation goes by fancy names such like refinancing et al. Follow suit, for this is the most diplomatic option of granting your debtors the time they need to organize their affairs.
  • Record keeping – It is important to note that the journey through debt recovery or debt collection for that matter is potentially litigatious, in the event that the matter gets dragged for arbitration before a court you will need the entire record of financial transactions to set the record straight.
  • Seek professional Counsel – This could be by way of a lawyer or a debt collection cum debt recovery expert. Simply put, let the professionals do their job.

 

Don’ts of Debt collection and Debt recovery

 

  • Operate outside the Law – This would include actions such as hiring thugs to break a few limbs, or the issue of personal threats.
  • Do not get Personal – Remember the immortal words from the Godfather: it is never personal it is just business. Do not lose your objectivity during this tough road you are about to travel, then you will achieve your objectives.

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