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Late payment lesson from the courts: deadlines really do matter Late payment disputes aren’t just a problem for small businesses chasing invoices. A recent High Court case shows that even large contractors can come badly unstuck if they miss payment

Get your customer to commit to a small payment first — it’s the psychology of consistency at work. One yes today can mean the big payment tomorrow

Sometimes a little grace goes a long way. Learn how a small concession can unlock payments and build goodwill with your customers.

💣 Don’t Let Late Payments Blow Up Your Cashflow Bonfire Night is a reminder that even the best-laid plans can go up in smoke if someone lights the wrong fuse. In business, that “spark” often comes from a late payer