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How to Ask for a Deposit
A practical guide to asking clients for a deposit before you start work, how much to ask for, and exact wording to put on your quote.
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A practical guide to asking clients for a deposit before you start work, how much to ask for, and exact wording to put on your quote.
Read the guideA clear explanation of invoices versus quotations, when to use each, and the normal order of documents from quote to receipt.
ReadEverything a professional invoice needs, how to number it, how to set payment terms, and how to get paid faster.
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ReadWhat a proforma invoice is, how it differs from a normal invoice and a quotation, and when to use each one.
ReadExact wording and timing for chasing an unpaid invoice without damaging the relationship, from a gentle nudge to a firm final notice.
ReadThe difference between a purchase order and an invoice, who issues each, and how they connect in a clean paper trail.
ReadA practical guide to invoicing clients in other countries: which currency to bill in, how to handle tax and exchange rates, and how to get paid across borders.
ReadNet 30, net 15 and net 60 explained in plain English: what they mean, how to choose payment terms, and how to encourage clients to pay faster.
ReadExactly what to say when you send an invoice by email, plus copy-and-paste templates for the first send, a friendly reminder, and a firmer follow-up.
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ReadThe real reasons invoices get paid late, from missing details to vague terms, and the simple fixes that get your money in on time.
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