Getting paid
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How to write an invoice as a tradie or contractor
How to write an invoice as a tradie or contractor: what must be on it, a simple layout and the tax details by country. For tradies in NZ, AU, UK,…
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Retention Money and Late Payment Law Changes in 2026
Retention money and late payment law changes in 2026: NZ trust rules, the new Victorian payment law, the UK retention ban plan and US 5 per cent caps.
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Quoting for commercial work: what changes from residential
Quoting commercial work: how tenders, contracts, retentions, payment claims and site rules change your price compared with house jobs. For trade contractors.
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Cash flow basics for small trade businesses
Cash flow basics for small trade businesses: a simple weekly forecast, deposits, supplier terms and tax set-asides. For tradies in NZ, AU, the UK and US.
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Variations: how to price and agree extra work without arguments
How to price and agree variations (change orders) before you start the extra work, so there are no arguments at the final invoice. For tradies everywhere.
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GST basics for tradies in New Zealand (and Australia)
When you have to register, how to show GST on quotes and invoices, what your invoices need to include, how often you file and the mistakes that catch tradies out.
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Getting paid on time: deposits, stages and reminders
How tradies get paid on time: payment terms, deposits, stage payments and a polite reminder routine. Works in NZ, Australia, the UK and the US.