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For content retainers: last month's posts are unpaid and this month's are due. Pause politely.
“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”.
Retainers drift quietly: one unpaid month becomes three. Pause the next batch, not the relationship.
Subject: [Month] content retainer: invoice [INV-123] outstanding Hi [Name], The [month] content retainer invoice [INV-123] ([amount], [n] posts delivered) is now 30 days overdue. I'll hold [next month]'s posts until it's settled, then pick up the editorial calendar straight away. Pay link: [payment link]. If timing is the issue, let's talk; I'd rather adjust than stop. 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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