Setting a Due Date

Every invoice needs a due date. It creates urgency and helps you track outstanding payments.

Steps

1. On the invoice editor, find the Due Date field
2. Click to open the date picker
3. Select your date
4. Common options: Net 15 (15 days), Net 30 (30 days), or a specific date

Best Practices

• Residential jobs: Net 15 (2 weeks) is standard
• Commercial jobs: Net 30 (1 month) is typical
• Small jobs under $500: Due on receipt (immediately)
• Large jobs over $5,000: Consider requiring a deposit upfront

Tip: Shorter due dates = faster payments. Don't be afraid to set Net 15.

Common Mistakes

Don't leave it blank. Without a due date, there's no urgency to pay.

Related Articles

• How to Track Outstanding Payments
• Sending a Payment Reminder
• Understanding Invoice Statuses