Payment terms tell a client when money is due and what happens if it is late. Clear terms reduce awkward reminders. Vague terms invite delay.
Common terms
Due on receipt means payment is expected as soon as the client gets the invoice. Use this for small jobs or when you already delivered files.
Net 7, Net 14, Net 15, or Net 30 means the client has that many days from the invoice date. Net 30 is common for agencies and vendors. Freelancers often prefer Net 14 when cash flow is tight.
A deposit plus remainder is useful for larger projects. Invoice the deposit before work starts, then send a second invoice when you deliver.
Write terms people can obey
Put the due date as a real date, not only “Net 30.” Add the payment method. If you charge a late fee, say so before the work begins, then repeat it on the invoice. Do not invent penalties after a client is already late unless your contract allows it.
Match the contract
The invoice should not surprise the client. If the proposal said Net 14, the invoice should say Net 14. Changing terms on the PDF is a fast way to stall payment.
Add your terms in InvoiceBizz, then check the live preview. Empty terms stay hidden, so only write what you need.