Stage 1
Invoice #1042 — Friendly Reminder
Hi [Client Name], hope you're having a great week! Just a quick nudge that invoice #1042 for [Project] was due on [Date]. I know things get buried — no worries at all. If you've already sent payment, please disregard this and thank you! If not, could you let me know when I can expect it? Happy to answer any questions about the invoice...
Stage 3
Invoice #1042 — Payment Still Outstanding
Hi [Client Name], I'm following up on invoice #1042, which is now [X days] past due. I completely understand if there's a hold-up on your end — if there's an issue with the invoice itself, I'm happy to revise it. But I do need to get this resolved this week. Could you update me on the status? If I don't hear back by [Date], I'll give you a quick call to make sure everything's okay...
Stage 5
Invoice #1042 — Final Notice Before Collection
Hi [Client Name], this is my final attempt to reach you about invoice #1042, now [X days] overdue. I've sent four previous reminders without a response. I value our relationship, but at this stage I have no choice but to begin collections proceedings if payment isn't received by [Final Date]. I'd much rather resolve this directly with you — if you're facing temporary difficulties, please reach out and we can work something out...
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Invoice Tracking Spreadsheet
CSV format — works in Excel, Google Sheets, Numbers. Track status, due dates, follow-up stage, and payment history.