The CFPB has proposed new rules for the debt collection industry providing clarity and guidance for consumer communications and data handling.

Tax season for the debt collection industry is traditionally a boost to the bottom line. Keep communicating with consumers and keep that train rolling!

The credit and collection industry is learning how to adapt to this technological era, but is still far behind where it could be. Many consumers would choose email, texts, or online chat as their preferred form of communication, and agencies need to be able to adapt and meet those preferences.

Who doesn't love a good play on words? While we are just about through the holiday season, TAX SEASON is quickly approaching and it is a magical time for the debt collection industry. Make sure you are prepared for this wonderful time of year by making your preparations!

Collection agencies are rarely early technology adopters, but those that drop legacy platforms in favor of modern software platforms can no longer be called early adopters - now they're just being competitive and protecting their business. Take the plunge into modernity!

A recent TCPA ruling determined that any device that stores telephone numbers to be called regardless of number generation capabilities, constitutes and automated dialing system, expanding the definition of an autodialer and throwing the ARM industry into even greater confusion on the topic.

Collecting debts through communication channels like text messaging or email have long been rejected as too risky but debtors are increasingly more comfortable with those methods than live phone calls. Solutions are available to meet consumer preferences and stay compliant with regulations.

Innovation in the debt collection industry, knowing what is legal to do, communicating via text messaging, email, voicemail drops is an important differentiator

Modern communication through text messaging for debt collection efforts is more effective for younger generations than phone calls.