Hi, I have been working with this client since Jan, and he was really good with payments like as I complete my work, he paid me in less than 2 min - always that fast. But now he got silent. He is reading my messages but didn't pay me last month's invoice and its already 11th of this month. Should I continue to work, or ask him to pay me first? He may have some financial issues, but its already almost 2 weeks. Should I remind him about the invoice?
I think it's ok to send out a friendly reminder in this case. If he was very responsive prior, it could be that he's just that busy. And if you've had an established relationship, you could say kindly that payment is due by (30 days from invoice.) If not received work will be suspended on the account until further notice. Even offer to work with him. Hope that helps. Cheers! Barb
Yes, I agree with Barb. Stop doing the work. Send a reminder about the payment. It's past due— you've delivered, now it's his turn.
I think you should ask him what happened. If the client is having temporary difficulties, he should honestly tell you and agree on a payment date.
the post is almost two years old. but just for info. the client was female. I never got the payment. she reappeared in 2021. she kind of ignored my email about payment. she sent me another task. I did that. got the payment for this one. but not the one I did in 2019. Maybe her client didn't pay her, so she didn't pay me. who knows? I guess freelancing involves a little bit of risk just like a 9-5 job.