Understanding the “No Collection, No Charge” Approach
If you’ve got unpaid invoices piling up, hiring a collection agency can feel risky—especially if you’re worried about paying fees without seeing results. That’s exactly why the “No Collection, No Charge” model exists. It lets you pursue recovery without upfront costs. If your money doesn’t come in, you don’t pay.
What “No Collection, No Charge” really means
The “No Collection, No Charge” model flips the usual fee structure and is a contingency-based collections. Instead of retainers or hourly billing, the agency only gets paid when it collects. Our interests are aligned: we win, when you do.
How it works—step by step
1) Risk-free start
The agency reviews your account, the paperwork, and the debtor’s situation. If it looks viable, we take it on—no setup fees and no retainers.
2) We do the work
Our team invests the time, tools, and expertise to recover what’s owed. If we collect, we earn a pre-agreed percentage of the amount recovered. If we don’t collect, you owe nothing.
3) Clear, agreed pricing
Contingency rates typically vary based on age, size, and complexity of the account. Newer, larger, or well-documented claims could cost less; older or disputed claims may be higher. But, this isn’t a guarantee, and you’ll know the rate before we proceed.
Bottom line: No results, no fee. Period.
Why businesses choose this model
- Zero upfront cost. Makes professional collections accessible—even when cash flow is tight.
- Aligned incentives. We only earn when you get paid, so you get our full attention and best effort.
- Predictable costs. You’ll know the percentage in advance—no surprise bills, no open-ended hours.
What might cost extra (and when)
Most placements are covered by contingency. In some cases—like court filings or special investigations—there may be out-of-pocket costs. We’ll ask your approval first and only proceed if you’re comfortable.
Picking the right collections partner
- Industry expertise. Staffing has unique wrinkles: backdoor hires, temp-to-perm disputes, timecard approvals, and vendor portals. Choose a firm that lives staffing.
- Proven track record. Ask about recovery rates in your niche and client references.
- Transparent updates. Look for clear reporting, online portals, and responsive support, so you always know where things stand.
When “No Collection, No Charge” makes the most sense
- Lean A/R teams. You get seasoned collectors without adding headcount.
- Tight cash flow. You can pursue recovery without tying up capital.
- Borderline accounts. If you’re unsure an account is collectible, this model removes the risk of paying fees on a no-go.
How to boost your odds of recovery
- Send complete documentation. Contracts, invoices, POs, timesheets, deliverables, emails—clean files speed results.
- Place accounts early. Fresh debts collect faster and often at better rates.
- Stay realistic. Not every claim will pay, but the model ensures you’re not paying for attempts that may not pan out.
Conclusion
Adams, Evens & Ross works exclusively in staffing and recruiting. That means we speak your language—placement fees, backdoor hires, temp/contract billing, MSAs, jurisdiction clauses, and all the ways invoices can stall. Our “No Collection, No Charge” approach keeps your risk low, while we protect what you’ve already earned.
What do you have to lose?
Let’s talk. With AER’s contingency model, you only pay when we succeed.
