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Are you struggling to get your clients to pay you?

Written by Alina Lee

Are you struggling to get your clients to pay you?

  

Set up an efficient and client-friendly billing system with these helpful tips. 

  

  • Use an online payment system 

– Simplify the client payment process with electronic payment options 

– Have a demand letter of payment template 

– Save time when you need to inform a client of outstanding payments 

– Opens communication to resolve client debt through a fair solution for both parties 

– Can support your case if further action is needed 

 

  •  Have an alternative payment plan 

– May help you get paid in a way that accommodates your client’s situation 

– Can maintain a positive relationship by putting the client’s needs first 

 

  • Understand the rules of debt collection in your area 

– Protect your business and be clear on how to move forward  

  

  •  Dos and don’ts of payment collection 

– Don’t use aggressive or threatening language 

-Be professional and clearly address the problem, amount due, context, action required, deadline, and next steps 

-Be as specific as possible 

-Keep records 

  

Don’t let collecting outstanding payments be awkward. Get paid for your valuable time and work in a professional and relationship-building way. 

  

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About The Author Alina Lee

I am a marketing law attorney who helps marketing agencies and companies with marketing departments protect their brands. In my legal career, I’ve worked at two prominent law firms and in-house at two renowned companies. Through my firm, Your Ad Attorney, I provide end-to-end legal counseling for your front-end marketing, online paywalls, and customer service communications. Plus, I provide up front flat rates on a project-by-project basis with clear turnaround times.

Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

This blog gives general information about marketing law trends and updates. Nothing on this site is meant as legal advice. Each situation differs on a case-by-case basis depending on the facts presented. Providing this information doesn’t create an attorney-client relationship and readers should not act upon this information without seeking legal counsel.