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5 Accounts Receivable Collection Mistakes You Should Avoid

Gaviti

Many businesses underestimate the importance of their accounts receivable (A/R) process, assuming they’ll “get paid eventually.” This mindset often leads to underinvestment in collections efforts, and when budget cuts are necessary, accounting departments like collections are typically the first affected. Want to learn more?

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Art of Accounting: Problems with accounts receivable besides collecting them

Accounting Today

Delaying a payment or not paying an invoice and letting amounts pile up are a way for a client to give voice to a problem with your services without causing an immediate confrontation.

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Top Accounts Receivable Strategies for 2025

Gaviti

The world of Accounts Receivable (AR) is evolving rapidly. Many companies use ADD (Average Days Delinquent) or look at the ratio of open invoices to overdue invoices. Automating cash application ensures: Faster reconciliation by automatically matching payments to invoices.

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How to Write Effective Past Due Invoice Emails: Templates and Best Practices

Gaviti

A proactive B2B payment reminder sent before the due date is the most effective method for ensuring timely payment of invoices. Sending a payment reminder for business helps ensure that clients are aware that a due date has passed and that the invoice is outstanding. The invoice number should also be included in the email subject line.

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Accounts Receivable Trends for 2025: Elevate Your Financial Operations

oAppsNet

Accounts Receivable (AR) management is a critical area where innovation can significantly impact cash flow and operational efficiency. By embracing the latest AR trends, businesses can optimize receivables workflows, reduce manual errors, and gain real-time insights into their financial operations.

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Delivering ‘Done-for-You’ Agentic AI Experiences: Cash Flow Management in Production at Scale for Millions of Business Owners

Intuit

For many years, Intuit has empowered millions of small business owners with a clear understanding of their cash flow by incorporating future money-in-and-out events, such as upcoming invoices and recurring expenses.

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How to Detect and Prevent Accounts Receivable Fraud in 2025

Gaviti

Accounts receivable fraud is becoming an increasingly pressing threat for businesses of all sizes, especially companies that grow or make a lot of changes. What makes Accounts Receivable Professionals and Operations Especially Vulnerable to Fraud?