When "love" turns into a late payment, it's time to call for help.
PICB's Valentine's Day reminder: when charm meets credit, it pays to do your homework before extending terms. Don't let a silver-tongued customer turn your cash flow into a horror story.
When you ordered ten thousand gloss flyers that night.
"Bill me later," you whispered, with a wink and a grin,
But your "Net 30" is ending, and the panic sets in.
But your history's a ghost at my Valentine's feast.
The ink is all dry and the paper is spent,
Yet I'm still sitting here wondering where the cash went.
But "non-payment" is never a look that's in vogue.
My press cannot run on your promises alone,
And I'm tired of hearing your dial-tone groan.
Either pay what you're owing or I will let you go.
I have found a new partner who's sturdy and true,
Since I simply Kahn-not keep funding you!
💔 Don't Let Your Profits Bleed
Good credit practices are the bedrock of a healthy business. Avoiding profit loss starts with due diligence and having a good system in place for when expert collection services are necessary.
Don't rely on a handshake. Use tools like Checkitco's Credit Risk Assessments to verify a customer's legal history and debt before extending credit.
Delinquent accounts aren't just a headache — they drain your working capital and stall growth.
If a customer goes silent or refuses to cooperate, waiting only decreases your chances of recovery.
Don't let a "Dewey" break your bank this year.
Contact Printing Industry Credit Bureau today for a free consultation.
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