Payment terms tell the client when payment is due. Net 30 is one of the most common terms, but it is not always the best default for small businesses.
What Net 30 means#
Net 30 means payment is due 30 calendar days after the invoice date unless your agreement says otherwise. If an invoice is dated June 2, a Net 30 invoice is due July 2.
When Net 30 works well#
Net 30 can work well with established business clients, recurring work, or companies with formal accounts payable processes. It gives the client time to review, approve, and schedule payment.
When to use shorter terms#
Use due on receipt, Net 7, or Net 15 when the job is small, the client is new, the project has low margin, or waiting 30 days would strain cash flow.
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