Dean Kaplan 
In recent years, side hustles have gained significant traction as individuals seek additional income streams and entrepreneurial opportunities. A new study by The Kaplan Group examines search trends for various side hustles, the challenges associated with starting these ventures, and the geographic distribution of new business applications across the United States. Key Takeaways Dropshipping as … Read more
A new study by The Kaplan Group, a commercial collection agency, reveals a significant shift in the U.S. debt collection industry, which has seen notable shifts from 2019 to 2024, marked by a surge in public interest. This report explores these trends, highlighting state-level variations and national patterns as revealed by recent industry and search … Read more
A new study by The Kaplan Group analyzing Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) wage data provides insights into the disparities in salaries across states and occupations within the United States. By examining mean annual salaries, the study identifies the highest-paying states, occupations, and metropolitan areas. Key Takeaways Highest Salary in Massachusetts According to the 2023 … Read more
Student debt has become a significant financial burden, growing faster than any other form of debt for many individuals in the United States. A new study by The Kaplan Group aims to provide an overview of student debt across various states and majors, highlighting the top and bottom states in terms of average debt, the … Read more
Office loan defaults pose a high risk for major US financial districts, potentially signaling impending issues for large cities. A new study by The Kaplan Group analyzed office building data in key US financial districts to determine which are most at risk of a large number of loan defaults or even geo-centric office firesales. Districts … Read more
A new study by The Kaplan Group shows that the debt burden has reached an all-time high for American households. We analyzed the evolution of auto loans, mortgages, credit card and student loans since 2003. Key Takeaways All-time high Auto loans, mortgages, and student loans are at an all-time high since 2003. Although the total … Read more
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A new study by Kaplan shows that the average monthly search for “debt relief” on Google has grown by 49% in the past year, highlighting a national concern about managing financial obligations. This study identifies the states facing the most significant challenges and those with a potentially healthier financial landscape. Key Takeaways Search Interest for … Read more
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It’s always exciting to land a new client, but when that client does not pay you and the debt adds up, excitement turns into anxiety and disappointment. It may be time to consider hiring a commercial collection agency. We all know managing a business and the cash flow process is a financial pain point. We’ve … Read more
Veterans play a vital role in our economy, with veteran-owned businesses making up 9.1% of companies today. Their efforts employ almost six million Americans and a trillion dollars in annual sales receipts. While they tend to choose self-employment more often than their civilian peers, they still find challenges when it comes to securing funding to … Read more
Yes, it’s true. Debt collectors can now contact consumers on social media. Here’s the background and all you need to know about what debt collectors can and can’t do on social media. The History In November 2021, The CFPB made some long-awaited updates to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. The FDCPA was enacted by … Read more
Thanks to the silver screen, many people believe they have a solid understanding of our court system and the judicial process. But what is often depicted in the most captivating courtroom scenes is far from reality. A debt collection lawsuit can be serious, complex and time-consuming. If the case isn’t settled and you move to … Read more
Maintaining client relationships as you pursue an escalated B2B debt collection is a delicate balance. Many industries are “small worlds,” and your clients could be talking to each other more than you think. As a business owner, you need to preserve your bottom line, so commercial debt collection is critical. But, how you collect outstanding … Read more
We are pleased to announce that Favour Ozordi, a junior at Minot State University, is the winner of our 7th annual $1,000 scholarship. There were over 100 applicants this year, and it was extremely difficult picking a winner. What gave Favuour’s essay the nod is that she used her own initiative to create a cash … Read more
Overly repetitive phone calls, threats, and other tactics can be considered creditor harassment. In this article we cover the consequences of harassment during debt collection.
Being injured in an accident is scary, especially when the bills start to pile up. However, going after the negligent party responsible for your injuries can result in a settlement to cover those bills. As a personal injury lawyer can share, a settlement grants financial relief to the injured party. Unfortunately, if you have outstanding … Read more
Clients often want to know about demand letters. They may consider having an attorney send a demand letter before turning it over to collections. Paying an attorney for an hour or two to write a letter is less expensive than a collection agency contingency fee. But, a letter itself may not actually get you paid. … Read more
All too often, commercial debt collection becomes a negotiation. At that point, the stronger the position our client has, the better the deal we typically can negotiate. This could be more money, faster payments, avoiding court, or if necessary, the final outcome in court and the subsequent judgment collection process. Surprisingly, the vast majority of … Read more
We’ve talked about the FDCPA before. This is the federal law that protects consumers from being harassed by debt collectors. As we’ve mentioned before, the law applies only to consumer debt, not businesses. The law also only applies to outside debt collectors, not companies who are owed the money for product or services they provided. … Read more