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Wording for the updated invoice once an agreed late fee has been added, with itemised maths.
“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”.
Show the maths and refer to the agreed term. Offering a one-time waiver for fast payment often closes it.
Subject: Updated invoice [INV-123] — late fee added Hi [Name], As invoice [INV-123] remains unpaid [x] days after the due date, the agreed late fee (clause [x]) now applies: Original: [amount] Late fee ([rate] × [period]): [fee] Total due: [total] Updated invoice attached. If the original [amount] is paid by [date], I'll waive the fee this once: [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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