Comment on Ask HN: As a freelancer, how do you ensure clients pay?Comments−AdamGibbins13yReward early payments.−rhizome13yThis is what I do. I only have one main client, and it's a more-or-less ongoing arrangement, but I invoice on the 1st & 16th and give a percentage discount if they pay within 10 days.−porlw13yThis is a much better idea than trying to impose a late payment fee - set your rates 10% higher, offer a 10% discount on early payment.
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Reward early payments.
This is what I do. I only have one main client, and it's a more-or-less ongoing arrangement, but I invoice on the 1st & 16th and give a percentage discount if they pay within 10 days.
This is a much better idea than trying to impose a late payment fee - set your rates 10% higher, offer a 10% discount on early payment.