Payment terms
Net 7 Payment Terms
What Net 7 means on an invoice, when to use it, and sample wording for short payment terms.
What it means
This term means payment is due 7 calendar days after the invoice date.
Best for
small projects, urgent work, first-time clients, and fast turnaround services.
Sample invoice wording
Payment is due within 7 calendar days of the invoice date.
Follow-up timing
Send a polite reminder about 4 days after the invoice date, then follow up again when the invoice becomes overdue.
Reduce late payment risk
- Confirm payment terms before starting the work.
- Put the due date and payment method on the invoice.
- Use deposits or milestones when the project is custom or high value.
- Keep reminders factual and attach the original invoice.