Payment Terms
Payment Terms
Practical guides on payment terms — clear writing for freelancers and small-business owners.
4 articles
- 01Payment TermsJul 19, 2026
Due on Receipt: What It Means, When to Use It, and How to Get Paid Faster
A practical guide to 'due on receipt' invoice terms — what the phrase actually means, when it helps or hurts cash flow, how to word it, and better alternatives.
7 min read - 02Payment TermsJul 7, 2026
Early Payment Discounts Explained: What 2/10 Net 30 Means (and Should You Offer One?)
Decode 2/10 net 30 discount terms, calculate what an early-payment discount really costs you, word it correctly on invoices, and decide if it pays off.
8 min read - 03Payment TermsMay 13, 2026
Invoice Payment Terms Explained (Net 15, 30, 60)
A complete reference to invoice payment terms: Net 15, Net 30, Net 60, early payment discounts, EOM, COD, and how to choose the right terms for your business.
9 min read - 04Payment TermsMay 3, 2026
What Is Net 30? Payment Terms Explained
Understand what Net 30 means on an invoice, how it works, and when to use it. Covers Net 15, Net 60, and early payment discounts.
8 min read