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When a client questions the number of hours on your invoice.
“The longer and softer you make it the more it reads like you think you're being unreasonable for wanting to get paid.” This one is short and direct, with no “sorry to bother you”.
Hour disputes are best handled with a timesheet, not an argument. Pay the undisputed portion first.
Subject: Invoice [INV-123]: timesheet detail Hi [Name], Thanks for your question on invoice [INV-123]. I've attached the timesheet for [period]: [n] hours across [workstreams], with dates and descriptions. If any specific entries look wrong, point them out and I'll review them within two business days. In the meantime, please pay the undisputed [amount] by [date]: [payment link]. Thanks, [Your name]
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Placeholders in [brackets]. Stop when paid: cancel any remaining reminders the day payment clears. General information and draft wording only. Not legal advice. PaidNudge is not a law firm or a debt collector. Check your contract and local rules, or ask a qualified lawyer, before relying on any late fee, interest or court step.
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