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Getting-Paid Checklist

35 actionable steps covering the entire payment lifecycle — from contract signing to county court enforcement. Everything you need to protect yourself and get paid on time.

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What's Inside

Everything You Need to Get Paid

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Before You Start Work

10 essential steps to protect yourself before signing a contract — including credit checks, payment terms, deposits, and red flags to watch for.

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During the Project

8 best practices for invoicing, tracking payments, and staying on top of due dates. Learn how to prevent late payments before they happen.

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When Payment is Late

12-step escalation sequence from Day 1 overdue to county court enforcement. Know exactly what to do at every stage, with email templates and legal guidance.

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Prevention for Next Time

5 strategies to tighten your payment process, automate follow-ups, and build financial resilience so late payments don't hurt your cash flow.

Sneak Peek

Here's What You'll Learn

🔍 Before You Start Work

Credit check the client (if it's a company)
Get everything in writing
Set clear payment terms upfront
Request a deposit for new clients
Add a late payment clause to your contract
...and 5 more critical steps

📬 During the Project

Send invoices immediately upon delivery
Make your invoice crystal clear
Track payment due dates in a system
Send a friendly reminder 3 days before due date
...and 4 more proactive strategies

⚡ When Payment is Late

Day 1 overdue: Send a polite nudge
Day 7 overdue: Formal but friendly chase
Day 14 overdue: Notify of late payment interest
Day 30 overdue: Send a Letter Before Action
Day 37: File a claim via Money Claim Online
...and 7 more enforcement steps

🚀 Prevention for Next Time

Blacklist bad payers (and share warnings discreetly)
Tighten your payment terms
Automate invoice follow-ups
Build a 3-month emergency fund
Diversify your client base

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