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Letter to Negotiate Payment Terms

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Hi [client],

Before we start, I would like to adjust the payment terms so the project runs smoothly:

A [percent] deposit to begin.

Net 14 rather than net 60.

Interest on invoices paid late.

These help me keep your project a priority. Happy to send an updated agreement.

Thanks, [Your name]

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