I’ve faced late payments more times than I’d like. I added a clause specifying overdue fees without sounding demanding.
It’s a delicate balance between setting firm boundaries and keeping a friendly tone. I’ve tweaked it until clients respect the deadlines.
I keep it simple on invoices. Clear due date, payment terms, and my bank info. No late fees.
If they’re late, I send a quick reminder. Usually works.
For repeat late payers, I just don’t take their jobs anymore. Saves me headaches.
Focus on good clients who pay on time. Makes the whole freelance thing smoother.
I’ve tried a bunch of different approaches over the years. Here’s what works for me now:
On the invoice, I put the due date in big, bold letters at the top. Can’t miss it.
I also add a simple line: ‘Payment due within 14 days. 5% late fee applies after that.’
It’s clear, but not aggressive. Most clients appreciate knowing exactly what to expect.
For new clients, I ask for a 50% deposit upfront. It weeds out the non-serious ones.
If someone’s late, I send a friendly reminder after a week. Usually does the trick.
The key is being consistent. Apply your policy to everyone, every time.
And yeah, if someone’s consistently late, I stop working with them. Life’s too short for payment headaches.
Late fees? Nah, I just move on to the next job. Too much hassle chasing money. If they pay late, they pay late. Not worth the stress for me.
Late fees aren’t worth the hassle. I’ve tried that route before and it just creates more problems. These days, I keep it simple. Clear payment terms on the invoice, due date in bold. If they’re late, I send a friendly reminder. Most folks pay up quick. For the real problem clients, I just don’t work with them again. Saves me headaches in the long run. Focus on the good clients who pay on time and you’ll do just fine.
I just stick the due date on there. No fancy stuff. Folks usually pay when they can. Works for me.
I’ve gone back and forth on this one. These days, my approach is pretty straightforward:
No late fees or fancy clauses. Just the basics.
If someone’s late, I send a quick, friendly reminder. Most of the time, that does the trick.
For repeat offenders, I’ve learned it’s better to just not take on their work again. Not worth the stress or chasing payments.
Focus on clients who respect your time and pay promptly. Makes the whole freelance gig a lot smoother.