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# Collections Assist Best Practices

**We make it quick and easy to get money in your pocket. Here's how.**

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We know that getting money in your pocket as fast as possible is a top priority. That’s why we prioritize simplicity and ease of use for your customers. We also use proprietary data and customer feedback to influence product features and upgrades, with collection speed top of mind.

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**Here are some tips our partners are using to speed up collections:**

1. Include your Alternative Payments Billing Link in every invoice
2. Add a pay online button to your website
3. Include a pay online button in your email signature
4. Send an email announcement to your customers introducing Alternative Payments

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