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For tradespeople and contractors when the job is finished and the final payment is late.
“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”.
Once the work is done, homeowners and builders can drag their feet. Reference the completion date and any sign-off.
Subject: Final invoice [INV-123]: [job] at [address] Hi [Name], The [job] at [address] was completed on [date] (signed off on [date] / photos attached). Final invoice [INV-123] for [amount] was due on [due date] and is now 7 days overdue. Please pay by [date]: [payment link / bank details]. If there's a snag to fix, let me know and I'll book it in. 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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