Invoicing, explained plainly
Short, practical guides on getting paid, quoting, tax and running a small business — no jargon.
- 1 October 2026 · 5 min read
Progress invoicing for bigger jobs: milestones that keep cash flowing
A practical guide to progress invoicing: how to split a big job into milestones, what to bill at each stage, and how to avoid cash flow gaps.
cash flowgetting paid - 28 September 2026 · 5 min read
How to politely chase an unpaid invoice (email templates)
Five email templates for chasing an unpaid invoice without sounding awkward or aggressive, plus when to send each one and what to do if there's still no reply.
getting paid - 27 September 2026 · 5 min read
Late payment fees: what you can charge and how to word it
A plain-English guide to late payment fees on invoices: whether you're allowed to charge one, how much is reasonable, and exactly how to word it clearly.
getting paid - 26 September 2026 · 5 min read
How to ask for a deposit before starting work
A plain-English guide to asking for a deposit before you start a job: how much to ask for, how to word the request, and how to invoice it properly.
getting paidcash flow - 25 September 2026 · 5 min read
Payment terms explained: net 7, net 14, net 30 and due on receipt
Net 7, net 14, net 30 or due on receipt? What each payment term means, how to pick the right one, and how to word it so clients pay on time.
getting paidinvoicing basics - 22 September 2026 · 5 min read
Invoice vs receipt vs quote: the difference in plain English
Invoice vs receipt vs quote — what each document actually does, when to send each one, and the mix-ups that confuse clients and accountants.
invoicing basicsquotesgetting paid - 21 September 2026 · 5 min read
How to write a freelance invoice that gets paid on time
A practical guide to writing a freelance invoice that gets paid on time: what to include, how to set terms, and small habits that speed up payment.
freelancersgetting paid - 17 September 2026 · 2 min read
How to write an invoice (with everything it legally needs)
The 9 things every invoice needs, what's optional, and the small details that get you paid faster. With a free template you can send in two minutes.
invoicing basicsgetting paid - 15 September 2026 · 2 min read
7 ways small businesses get invoices paid faster (that don't feel pushy)
Late payment is the number one cash-flow problem for small business. These seven habits fix most of it without a single awkward phone call.
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