Let APS Action Professional Services Credit and Collection Solutions Manage Your Risk! "A Full Service Collection Agency" Since 1983 Action Professional Services has epitomized ethics and professionalism in the commercial, consumer, and check collection field. We have always adhered to the philosophy that a hands on, personalized approach to collections fosters a relationship with "the quality of friendship and the professional etiquette it imposes." Our integrity is further proven by our membership in The American Collectors Association, Inc. and the fact that we are bonded and insured. Our longevity has afforded us expertise in a wide variety of industries, so you can be assured that our collectors understand and are sensitive to the nuances of your business. While our office is located in South Dakota, our vast experience makes us your global partner in the collection process. From our owner and field representatives, to our knowledgeable collectors, our goal at APS is to treat your claim with the level of professionalism to which you're accustomed. This, in concert with our copious experience allows APS to provide you with all the tools for successful collections: Trust, Timeliness, Personal Attention and Results. APS Affiliations Introducing 15% Medical/ Dental/ Retail/ Professional/ Utilities/ Credit Card Commercial-Agribusiness Rates How We Handle Your Accounts Our account-handling procedure is to try to obtain payment in full, make payment arrangements, or search for assets and file small claims court to obtain judgment. Acknowledged & personal demand within first 24 hours Extensive skip tracing Fair debt-collection practices compliance Verbal reports available on request No settlement accepted without authorization No legal action taken without written authorization Anticipated Recovery Rates National credit recovery norms are: 17 - 19% for large agencies 18 - 20% for mid-sized agencies 26% for small agencies Warning Signs Recommended Solutions Age Customer submits an inadequate or confusing application. Less than (3) years in business. Don't be afraid to ask for additional information. Ask for a personal guarantee.   Customer breaks terms or makes partial remittance. Breaks first promise. Suddenly disputes your service or merchandise. Initial demand letter. Depending on balance, have APS do an asset & liability search. 30 Days Breaks second promise. Ignores phone calls and initial demand letter. Phone disconnected. Send final demand letter. Make final call. Request APS to do a skip trace search. 60 Days No response from demand letter. Place account with APS at our contingency rates. 79 Days Choose APS as Your Collection Agency - Here's 14 Reasons Why You Should  "No Business Too Large or Small" "Our Bottom Line Is Professional Service"   Home | Check Recovery | Links | Skip Tracing | Contact Us | My Account Place Commercial/Agribusiness Account | Place Medical/Dental Account | Place Retail Account Action Professional Services 408 South 2nd Ave Suite 202 P.O. Box 675 Sioux Falls, SD 57101-0675 Phone: (605) 335-3090 Fax: (605) 339-0739 Toll Free: 800-207-4294 Email: rraff@actioncollectionagency.com "ACTION" can find money - By not taking "ACTION" you usually find nothing.