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For developers: tie the milestone invoice to repository transfer and deployment handover.
“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”.
Clients often don't realise code ownership and repo access are part of what they're paying for. Make the link explicit and procedural.
Subject: Milestone [n] invoice [INV-123]: repo transfer after payment Hi [Name], Milestone [n] ([features]) was delivered and accepted on [date]. Invoice [INV-123] for [amount] was due on [due date] and is now 14 days overdue. Per our agreement, repository ownership transfer and production credentials are handed over on payment. Pay link: [payment link]. I'll complete the handover within one business day. 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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