Getting Paid
Practical guides on getting paid — clear writing for freelancers and small-business owners.
5 articles
- 01Getting PaidJun 12, 2026
Payment Reminder Email Templates (Polite to Firm)
Copy-and-paste payment reminder emails for every stage — before the due date through final notice — plus subject-line tips and the tone rules that actually get invoices paid.
10 min read - 02Getting PaidJun 10, 2026
What to Do When a Client Won't Pay (Step-by-Step)
A calm, escalating plan for an unpaid invoice: reminders, a formal demand, statutory late-payment interest, mediation, and small claims — without torching the relationship.
12 min read - 03Getting PaidJun 4, 2026
How to Ask for a Deposit: Upfront & Deposit Invoices
How to request a deposit professionally, how much to ask for, how to invoice it, and the tax point a deposit can create for VAT or GST.
9 min read - 04Getting PaidMay 31, 2026
How to Charge Late Fees on Overdue Invoices
When you can charge a late fee, how much is reasonable, and how to word it so it actually holds up — for freelancers and small businesses in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia.
10 min read - 05Getting PaidMay 15, 2026
How to Get Invoices Paid Faster: 9 Proven Tips
Practical, evidence-based strategies to reduce invoice payment times. From invoice formatting to payment method choices to follow-up sequences.
10 min read