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Properties / Re: Lovely 3 Bedroom Shortlet Apartment In Lekki by kleem78(m): 7:28pm On Aug 19, 2021
It's ideal for family or group.
Properties / Lovely 3 Bedroom Shortlet Apartment In Lekki by kleem78(m): 5:00pm On Aug 18, 2021
Lovely 3 Bedroom Ensuite Shortlet Apartment in a secured estate on Chevron Drive Lekki Lagos
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Wifi
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Properties / Lovely 3 Bedroom Ensuite Apartment For Shortlet In Lekki by kleem78(m): 10:09pm On Aug 13, 2021
Lovely 3 Bedroom Shortletapartment with all rooms ensuite in a serene and secured Estate on Chevron Drive Lekki
- Well Furnished living room
- King Size beds in all room
- Well equipped kitchen
- 24 hours Electricity
- DSTV
- Large Parking Space

Webmasters / Re: Which Nigerian Hosting Company Should I Go For by kleem78(m): 2:06pm On Jul 25, 2018
Am not here to spoil business for anyone....

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Business / Risk Management Guide For Small Businesses by kleem78(m): 7:52pm On Jun 06, 2018
As an entrepreneur, is risk management something you think about or even think applies to your business?
Many large and medium companies spend a lot of time and resources on risk management and have it embedded in their culture. This includes defining the components of risk, and developing frameworks and processes on how to identify, measure and manage risk. It is never too soon in the life of a small business to think about and address these elements.
Risk management is a process in which businesses identify, assess and treat risks that could potentially affect their business operations.
What is a risk?
A risk can be defined as an event or circumstance that has a negative effect on your business, for example, the risk of having equipment or money stolen as a result of poor security procedures.
Common types of risk for small businesses
Types of risk vary from business to business, small business owners must decide on how much risk you are prepared to take. Some risks may be critical to your success; however, exposing your business to the wrong types of risk may be harmful and may even lead to bankruptcy. The most common business risk categories are:
Strategic risk – decisions concerning your business’ objectives
Compliance risk – the need to comply with laws, regulations, standards and codes of practice
Financial risk– financial transactions, systems and structure of your business
Operational risk – your operational and administrative procedures
Environmental risk - external events that the business has little control over such unfavorable weather or economic conditions
Reputational risk – the character or goodwill of the business.
Others include health and safety, project, equipment, security, technology, stakeholder management and service delivery.

Preparing a risk management plan


As a small business owner, you may be wearing many hats and overwhelmed as everything is a priority. How do you drive your business and manage all of these areas of risk and the associated costs?

Consider adopting an enterprise risk management method instead of approaching risk management within categories or silos as described above. Enterprise risk management is a strategic, top-down and holistic approach to risk management which incorporates market, credit, operational and reputational risk. Enterprise risk management can help you to define and align your risk appetite with strategy, and with the way you operate your business

Your risk management plan should detail strategies for dealing with risks specific to your business. It’s important to allocate time and resources to preparing your plan to reduce the likelihood of an incident affecting your business.
You can develop a risk management plan by following these steps:
1. Identify the risk
2. Assess the risk.
3. Treat the risk.
4. Monitor and review


1. Identify the risk
Undertake a review of your business to identify potential risks. Some useful techniques for identifying risks are:
i. Evaluate each function in your business and identify anything that could have a negative impact on your business.
ii. Review your records such as safety incidents or complaints to identify previous issues.
iii. Consider any external risks that could impact on your business.
iv. Brainstorm with your staff.
v. Ask yourself ‘what if’:

 Your premises were damaged or not accessible?
 Your suppliers went out of business?
 There was a natural disaster in your area?
 One of your key staff members resigned or was injured at work?
 Your computer system was hacked?
 Your business documents were destroyed?

2. Assess the risk
You can assess each identified risk by establishing:
 The likelihood (frequency) of it occurring
 The consequence (impact) if it occurred



To determine the likelihood and consequence of each risk it is useful to identify how each risk is currently controlled. Controls may include:
 Elimination
 Substitution
 Controls
 Personal protective equipment.

3. Manage the risk
Managing risks involves developing cost effective options to deal with them including:
i. Avoid the risk - change your business process, equipment or material to achieve a similar outcome but with less risk.
ii. Reduce the risk - if a risk can’t be avoided reduce its likelihood and consequence. This could include staff training, documenting procedures and policies, complying with legislation, maintaining equipment, practicing emergency procedures, keeping records safely secured and contingency planning.
iii. Transfer the risk - transfer some or all of the risk to another party through contracting, insurance, partnerships or joint ventures.
iv. Accept the risk – this may be your only option.
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4. Monitor and review the risk
[/b]You should regularly monitor and review your risk management plan and ensure the control measures and insurance cover is adequate. Discuss your risk management plan with your insurer to check your coverage.

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Business / Invoicing And Your Small Business by kleem78(m): 4:11pm On May 04, 2018
[url][/url]Invoicing is one of the most important business task yet most small business owners and freelancers dread when its time to send bills to their customers. This invoicing habit has delayed payment to many business owners and caused several business to go under because they overlook the very livewire of any business
However, invoicing is more than just getting paid for the services that you provided. It’s also a way to build stronger relationships with your existing clients.
Demonstrating your professionalism in the way you invoice and your invoicing timeliness will keep your cash flow consistent. Using online software like www.acuteinvoice.com can make your business look big while you are still growing it
In your invoice, thank your client for using your services, this puts them in a receptive attitude. By thanking them you are also setting the stage for up selling additional products or services.
This is your business and having good invoicing habits is important. You are projecting the image of your business. Being perceived in a negative light sets up several mental processes in the mind of your client.
These powerful images are difficult to undo. If you have an unprofessional attitude, or show a sense of carelessness — this leaks out. How can you expect them to pay their invoice on-time?
What you are looking for is up selling other services, having them as a repeat customer and you want them to refer you to others. All of these pluses can quickly be lost if you pay little to zero attention to your invoicing.
Let’s address the freelancer and small business owners, as they are marching forward as one of the largest sectors in business. What does your invoicing habits say about you as a freelancer or a small business owner?
Here’s a look at eight of the most common billing habits small-business owners have and how these influence billing.

1. You require a down payment.
Asking for a down payment — whether it’s broken-up 50/50 or into thirds — is a better common practice among business owners of all-sizes. It indicates to the client that you’re committed, reliable and trustworthy.
Requiring a down payment signals that you are a professional who takes their job seriously and knows how to operate their business.
After all, there are expenses that you’re responsible for during the course of the project. You don’t want to take the chance of getting stiffed monetarily on an entire project.
Since you’re now indebted to the client, they can rest assured that you’re going to deliver quality work by the agreed-upon deadline.
In short, a down payment protects both you and the client.

2. You don’t have a written agreement.
In an ideal world you wouldn’t need a written agreement. Gone are the good old days where “the ole handshake is my bond.” Some of those myths cannot be confirmed — if they worked at all — but that’s not the case today.
Working with a client without a written agreement shows that you’re naively trusting and you may be easy to take advantage of. . To protect yourself, and your business, you should have your clients sign a contract so that they can’t bail on you when the bill arrives. Agreement don’t have to be complicated, just make sure you keep it simple by agreeing on the scope of work and the payment terms

3. You bill them immediately after completing a project.
It’s common practice to invoice a customer once you’ve completed a project for them or service. This ensures that you won’t forget to bill them later.
One problem that creeps up is that your invoicing cycle may not sync with their billing cycle. For example, if they’re billing is on the first of the month, and you invoice them on the 7th. In this situation you’re going to have to wait at least three weeks until that bill is paid.
Some clients are suspicious of invoices that come in immediately following the completion of a project. Maybe they believe that you’re overcharging them. Maybe they want to check out your work more thoroughly.
Invoicing tip: If you have a written agreement in place then that should determine when you’re going to invoice the client. Prior to starting work for them, find out when they prefer to pay their bills. Aligning your billing cycle with their payment cycle just makes sense.
Always send them an itemized breakdown of the products, services or expenses. The last thing you want is your invoice to be held up because they are questioning if you’re overcharging them.

4. Bad invoicing habits — you forget to bill.
One of the worst mistakes that a business owner can do is to forget to bill their customers. It shows that you’re unprofessional and could care less if you get paid or not. It goes without saying, it’s also detrimental to your cash flow.
Even worse? When you do finally get around to invoicing your customers will put off paying you. Your client believes that it wasn’t that big of a deal for you in the first place.
As a general rule, never put off your invoicing. The longer you wait, the less likely you’re going to get paid.

5. You never follow up.
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Business / What Your Invoicing Habits Say About You As A Freelancer by kleem78(m): 4:39pm On Mar 16, 2018
What Your Invoicing Habits Say About You As a Freelancer
If you’re like most small-business owners and freelancers, then you dread when it’s time to invoice your clients. The thing is, it’s one of the most important business tasks that you’re responsible for. Your invoicing habits could be holding you back from getting you paid.
However, invoicing is more than just getting paid for the goods or services that you provided. It’s also a way to build stronger relationships with your existing clients.
Demonstrating your professionalism in the way you invoice and your invoicing timeliness will keep your cash flow consistent.
In your invoice, thank your client for using your services, this puts them in a receptive attitude. By thanking them you are also setting the stage for up selling additional products or services.
This is your business and having good invoicing habits is important. You are projecting the image of your business. Being perceived in a negative light sets up several mental processes in the mind of your client.
These powerful images are difficult to undo. If you have an unprofessional attitude, or show a sense of carelessness — this leaks out. How can you expect them to pay their invoice on-time?
What you are looking for is selling your services, having them as a repeat customer and you want them to refer you to others. All of these pluses can quickly be lost if you pay little to zero attention to your invoicing.
Let’s address the freelancer, as they are marching forward as one of the largest sectors in business. What do your invoicing habits say about you as a freelancer? A freelancer is a small-business owner.
Here’s a look at eight of the most common billing habits small-business owners have and how these influence billing.
1. You require a down payment.
Asking for a down payment — whether it’s broken-up 50/50 or into thirds — is a better common practice among business owners of all-sizes. It indicates to the client that you’re committed, reliable and trustworthy.
Requiring a down payment signals that you are a professional who takes their job seriously and knows how to operate their business. After all, there are expenses that you’re responsible for during the course of the project. You don’t want to take the chance of getting stiffed monetarily on an entire project.
Since you’re now indebted to the client, they can rest assured that you’re going to deliver quality work by the agreed-upon deadline. In short, a down payment protects both you and the client.
2. You ask for the full payment before starting a project.
There are some business owners that request the payment in full prior to starting a new project. This is generally when working with exclusive, high-end clients.
While not unheard of, it’s still a bold move for the average business owner. If this client or customer is working with you for the first time — well, don’t do this. Really. Don’t.
It’s a pretty obvious signal that you don’t trust them. If you don’t trust them, then how can they trust you?
Unless this is the arrangement you’ve had from the start or have built a trusting relationship, you’re better off asking for a down payment instead of the full amount in advance when working with customers especially for the first time.
3. You don’t have a written agreement.
In an ideal world you wouldn’t need a written agreement. Working with a client without a written agreement shows that you’re naively trusting and you may be easy to take advantage of.
You can’t rely strictly on trust. To protect yourself, and your business, you should have your clients sign a contract so that they can’t bail on you when the invoice arrives. It doesn’t have to be complicated. Just keep it simple by agreeing on the scope of the work and payment terms.
4. You bill them immediately after completing a project.
It’s common practice to invoice a customer once you’ve completed a project for them or shipped a product. This ensures that you won’t forget to bill them later.
One problem that creeps up is that your invoicing cycle may not sync with their billing cycle. For example, if their billing is on the first of the month, and you invoice them on the 7th. In this situation you’re going to have to wait at least three weeks until that bill is paid.
Some clients are suspicious of invoices that come in immediately following the completion of a project. Maybe they believe that you’re overcharging them. Maybe they want to check out your work more thoroughly.
Invoicing tip: If you have a written agreement in place then that should determine when you’re going to invoice the client. Prior to starting work for them, find out when they prefer to pay their bills. Aligning your billing cycle with their payment cycle just makes sense.
Always send them an itemized breakdown of the products, services or expenses. The last thing you want is your invoice to be held up because they are questioning if you’re overcharging them.
5. Bad invoicing habits — you forget to bill.
One of the worst mistakes that a small business owner can make is to forget to bill their customers. It shows that you’re unprofessional and could care less if you get paid or not. It goes without saying, it’s also detrimental to your cash flow.
Even worse, When you do finally get around to invoicing your customers they will put off paying you. Your client believes that it wasn’t that a big deal for you in the first place.
As a general rule, never put off your invoicing. The longer you wait, the less likely you’re going to get paid.
6. You never follow up.
Let’s say that you have made invoicing a priority, but the client hasn’t paid the bill for one reason or another. What do you do?
It’s your responsibility to chase down that payment. If not, then the client could believe that the payment isn’t a concern for you or you’re a pushover.
While you don’t have to be aggressive or mean-spirited, you do have to take the initiative when it comes to late-paying clients.
Follow-up with an email or phone call to see what’s going on. There could actually be a reasonable reason why they didn’t pay your bill. If they’re unresponsive, you may have to take additional measures.
Your last resort would be to send a letter from your attorney or sending the bill to collections. Hopefully it won’t come to this.
Again, having an agreement will protect you from non-paying clients.
7. You follow up too much.
On the flip-side, if you follow-up too much, you may come across as desperate. While you definitely need to follow-up on unpaid invoices, nagging the client every day seems to give them power. They will use your inferred desperation against you.
For instance, they may offer you a couple bucks here and there, but will never actually pay the bill in full. Remember, any future agreements with “this type” get a down payment or present a price increase.
8. You rely too much on automation.
Automation is a truly a beautiful feature — particularly when it comes to invoicing. With automation you can set-up recurring payments, notify clients of upcoming payments and “ping” them until they’ve made a past due payment.
The problem is that if you rely too much on automation it could show customers that you’re lazy and not personable.
Your invoicing software can “ping” a client all they want. But what if they’ve been in the hospital due to a medical emergency or just had a serious financial setback? Do you think all the pings in the world are going to make them pay your invoice, then?
In these cases, you have to reach out and find the cause of what’s going on. If it’s unusual behavior for the client, something is wrong, reach out.
Yes, automation has made life a whole lot easier. But, it’s still your responsibility to make sure that your invoices are paid on-time.
Part of that obligation is communicating personally with your clients from time-to-time

You can also read this article and other invoicing tips on https://acuteinvoice.com/blog
Business / How Do Cooperatives Collect Payments by kleem78(m): 1:19pm On Feb 28, 2018
I am about to start a cooperative with a group of old friends across various states in Nigeria. About 50 people has indicated interest to join but question that we are yet to answer is how we are going to pay our subscription given that we live in different state.

Our major concern has been how payments will be collected and managed. some has suggested making cash payment at the bank or online transfer and then sending payment confirmation to the administrator but personally I consider that process tedious and complicated.

Am looking for a system that can automate the collection process and also manage members and payment record.

Please help if you have or know anyone that runs a succesful cooperative
Business / 6 Things You Should Do After A Business Failure by kleem78(m): 2:55pm On Feb 27, 2018
The failure rate of startups is relatively high, especially for first-time entrepreneurs. Roughly 50 percent of all small businesses fail within the first four years, and many of those are started by first-timers who have limited entrepreneurial, business, or management experience.
Even if you start with a fantastic idea, have a dedicated team to make that idea a reality, and plan for most contingencies, external factors beyond your control and a lack of overall experience can cause your business to collapse.
Failure is a real possibility for the vast majority of small business owners. The question is — what are you going to do if and when your business fail?

How to Follow Up After a Failure
If your first business fails, you’ll want to follow these steps, at a minimum, to begin your recovery:
1. Analyze the failure
Once you’ve calmed down, relax. Do whatever keeps you calm. Exercise, take a hot shower, or enjoy a drink or two. This should help you digest the situation, and look at the experience differently. With some perspective, you’ll find it can be refreshing to pull the plug on something that has become a drain on both your time and resources. Spend some time looking over your business’s history, even if it’s short, and see if you can recognize the main causes of failure, as well as the decisions that led to those causes. The better you understand this, the more likely you’ll be to prevent those outcomes in the future.

2. Get your finances in order
Next, make sure you get your personal finances in order. You’ll no longer be able to rely on your business as a primary source of income, and if you had a significant amount of your own personal savings tied up in the business, you may lose them in the business’s failure. Even if you end up having to declare bankruptcy, don’t worry — there can still be a bright financial future ahead of you — but you need to spend some time analyzing your expenses and figuring out a new line of revenue if you’re going to be successful.

3. Work with other entrepreneurs.
Expose yourself to more entrepreneurs, whether that means attending more networking events, connecting with more entrepreneurs on social media, or just introducing yourself to business owners. Share your experiences and ask about theirs; you’ll get some new perspectives, and make new contacts along the way. Ideally, you’ll learn new ways to deal with the problems you faced as a business owner, and you’ll get some sympathetic support at the same time.

4. Take time for yourself
Entrepreneurship is demanding, with 25 percent of entrepreneurs logging 60 hours of work — or more — every week. Losing a business is tough, but it’s also a critical opportunity to collect yourself and spend some time doing what you want to do. Take a vacation (if you can afford it), work on the house, or spend ................ continue reading the post at https://acuteinvoice.com/blog/6-things-business-failure/
Agriculture / Re: Cashew Nuts Price Update! by kleem78(m): 2:29pm On Jan 16, 2018
Please whats the current price per module/tonne of cashew nuts.
Business / 5 Simple Ways To Make Your Side Gig Look Professional by kleem78(m): 12:58pm On Oct 09, 2017
We love hearing from customers who use online invoicing application for their side gig or side hustle. We find more and more people are figuring out interesting ways to earn extra cash on top of their normal job, and using simple and affordable technology to make their operation look totally professional. We recently shared some insights on how people can look like professionals, established business no matter how small they are.
Running a side gig while pursuing a degree, or doing a 8-to-5 job may not be an easy path, but it’s a smart one for those determined to pursue a passion and someday be their own boss. From programming to graphic design, and makeovers to photography, there’s no shortage of interesting ways to earn extra income, and to forge out a future where you have ultimate flexibility and control.
Getting people to consistently hire (and pay) you, however, requires that they take you, and your gig seriously. Here are some simple ways to make your side gig look less like a hobby and more like a professional business:

1. Draw a divide between you and your business on social media.
Social media is both a blessing and curse for anyone starting a business. It may be a phenomenal way to connect with your customers, but on the flip side, it’s near impossible to keep your personal and business lives separate in the public arena. Beyond the obvious pitfalls of sharing too much personal information, mixing the two can make your brand look amateur. Turn on the most strict privacy settings for your personal accounts, and clean them up as if they were public. Open new social media accounts for your business, and be consistent about sharing your brand content. A stale business account will hurt you more than not having a social media presence at all. If you start it, commit to keeping it active. Be hyper sensitive about what you share, avoiding anything too personal, political, or controversial.

2. Create a polished website that shows off your services.
It’s far too easy to create a beautiful website these days for you to miss out on this essential step. There are many low cost options out there for people who don’t know the first thing about creating a website. wix.com is a great example. This DIY website builder makes design simple with a huge selection of drag & drop customizable options. They have both free and paid plans, depending on your needs. Other excellent options include squarespace, weebly, and wordpress

3. Send professional quotes & invoices.
Every piece of communication you send to customers should look professional, especially the one that allows you to get paid. A hacked together, DIY invoice template can damage your credibility. Use an online invoicing app like www.acuteinvoice.com for a simple way to send customized, branded estimates and invoices from your phone. Use your quote as a way to build trust, breaking out separate line items so your customer has real visibility into your costs, and can see that you’re experienced enough to know exactly what it will take to get the job done.

4. Offer your customers the latest ways to pay.
As one of the last stages of the transaction, how you ask for payment can often leave a lasting impression with regards to how professional (and how easy) you were to work with. In the days gone by, only big companies could have offered to take credit/debit card payments. Now, new technology like mobile, web payments and card readers make it so easy and affordable for anyone, that your customers will expect this of you no matter how small your business. There’s also significant benefits for you, as giving people a way to pay on the spot means faster payments, less time chasing late payers, and the potential to do more business overall.

5. Master the art of the follow up.
Once you complete a job, make a note in your calendar to check in with your customer 1-3 weeks down the road. Ask how things are going, prompt them to provide feedback, or simply send through a piece of information or an idea you think they’d find useful. Following up goes a long way to show you’re a true professional, and you have your customers’ best interests in mind, long after they’ve paid you. It’s also an important step in developing longer term relationships with your customers, which can set you up for real success in the future.
Whether you are running a side gig for extra spending cash, or you’re building yourself up to be a full time entrepreneur down the road, it makes sense to put your best foot forward from the very beginning. If it’s worth doing at all, it’s worth doing right. With these tips, you’ll be well on your way to looking more professional, and inevitable, far more successful.

Read More: https://acuteinvoice.com/blog/make-side-gig-look-professional-5-simple-ways/
Business / Accounting Tasks Every Small Business Owner Can Stick To by kleem78(m): 2:45pm On Sep 19, 2017
Plenty of small business owners wonder how they should tactically tackle their accounting. They also posit this question to their peers, their advisors, their mentors, Google, the internet at-large, small business forums, Meetup groups … there are probably even a few accounting-themed prayers uttered every now and then. And while every business is going to require a slightly custom approach (because all businesses and business owners are different), there are a few tactics that every entrepreneur can implement to go about their books confidently…

1. Invoice as Soon as You Can
Waiting to send an invoice until long after it’s appropriate to send the invoice is only going to have negative outcomes. Not only are you extending the time it takes to get paid, but you’re also running the risk of actually forgetting to send the invoice. Get in the habit of firing off the invoice as soon as it’s OK to do so. How do you gauge when that is? If you’re a service provider, send it off as soon as your work is complete. Similarly, if you operate more in a consulting role, set your invoice send date and net payment terms in the agreement you sign with your client at the outset of the relationship. With online invoice software like www.acuteinvoice.com It’s your job to send invoices and theirs to pay on time!

2. Capture Expenses in the Moment
Raise your hand if you love coming back from a business trip with a wallet or purse full of receipts that you need to organize and enter into your accounting system? Oh? No one loves this? That’s exactly why you should capture an expense when you make the purchase. Whip out your smart phone or tablet and snap a picture of the receipt as soon as you get it. You will thank yourself later.

3. Deposit Payments When You Get Them

Ideally, you’re receiving payment on invoices digitally (i.e., online or bank-to-bank transfer) but if you do still take cash, checks, deposit them as soon as you get them. If you’re concerned about excessive trips to the bank, open an account with the bank next door and you can transfer if you don’t mind the transfer cost

4. Review Your Cash Flow Weekly
Obsessing every day over your cash flow won’t get you far. Instead, review your cash flow weekly. This will allow for transactions to process. Why bother with reviewing cash flow? Cash flow gives you a real-time look into the money in and the money out of your business. Sounds like that’s worth knowing, yes? There are online invoicing software like www.acuteinvoice.com that provides subscribers weekly cash flow reports to keep them informed of the health of their business

5. Stay on Top of Your Tax Obligations
For most small businesses, tax related activities are not just limited to the monthly/annual filing deadlines. Rather, tax tasks rear their pretty little heads regularly throughout the year. For example, if you are a small business owner in Nigeria you need to be aware of monthly tax returns. When you’re aware — and on top — of your business’s tax obligations you’ll find yourself getting a lot less visit/calls from various revenue agencies.


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Business / 10 Ways To Invoice Like A Pro by kleem78(m): 3:24pm On Aug 08, 2017
Although this topic might seem boring, you will agree with me that it is very important for entrepreneurs, finance managers, small business owners and freelancers. Employing the services of online invoicing software in Nigeria is not enough. Proper invoice processing is fundamental to creating a plumper bottom-line for those who get it right from the start.
More so, since invoicing is a key component of every business. Ensuring that your invoices are professional and complete is critical to your success. In view of this, we have brought you some best practices for online invoicing.

1. Include a date on your invoice:
It seems pretty straightforward, but many businesses that manually create invoices using Microsoft Word forget to date their invoices. If you use a client billing software or bookkeeping program, the date should be generated automatically.

2. Use a reference or invoice number:

An invoice number is beneficial for tracking invoices, as well tracking your business’s progress. By starting at invoice number one and working your way up, you can celebrate milestones along the way. Invoice numbers will also make it easier to reference which invoices are being paid by a client who has received more than one bill.

3. Address the person, not the company directly:

The address field for an invoice will contain the company name and mailing details, but the invoice itself should directly address the name of the person who approved the purchased. This way the invoice will go to the person that can quickly confirm the charges and approve it for payment.3. Always use a reference or invoice number.

4. Include the due date and terms by the invoice total:
It is your responsibility to provide your client with an easy-to-follow invoice that clearly shows them the amount they need to pay and the day it is due. Keeping those details close together in a clearly defined area (usually the bottom, right-hand corner) will give your client a quick reference point when it comes time to pay the bill.

5. Break down each charge with a clear description:

Your clients should always be able to see exactly what they are buying and how much each aspect of it costs. They may need to reference this information later on and there shouldn’t be any doubt about what they purchased when the review the invoice.

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Business / Reasons Why You Need An Online Invoice by kleem78(m): 2:24pm On Aug 02, 2017
If you are reading this, my best shot is you are a freelancer, Business Owner, Entrepreneur or a lover of knowledge.

Invoices has moved away from ancient scribbling down of information about goods or services on a pre-printed paper to electronic invoicing, in the recent past people started using word processors and spreadsheet templates (e.g. Ms Word, Ms Excel) for their invoices but that also has shortcoming too. Do you know the appearance and presentation of your invoice appears can attract prospective customers?

There are several online invoice software equipped with online payment features that enable subscribers get paid faster, some even offer free services for starters. They enable you create, customize (with your logo and colour) and send professional invoices.

Well, it has been noticed that once things work out well and you begin to have a large base of customers, your number of invoices will also increase. Therefore, instead of following the traditional way of writing out an Invoice which can be time consuming and error prone why not make use of an online Invoicing software that will save you time, less tasking and you even get paid faster with the online payment feature.

Reasons why you need an online invoicing software are:

1. Time Saving - with an online invoicing software, you can save up time which can be used for other productive activities.
2. Professionally Styled - with an online invoicing software your invoice can contain your logo, colours and even general terms and conditions without wasting time and also makes you look more professional.
3. Error rate is very low - yes, with an invoicing tool error rate is very low. Having had a little time in an accounting department of an organization, I can stay writing out an invoice is an easy task especially when there are other things begging for your attention, you will have to hurry up which can lead to making a lot mistakes but when you use a software that is automated and there are little chances of making error.
4. There are Automated Reminders - online invoicing tool will aid your invoice to be paid faster because you will be able to set up automated reminders unlike in the traditional system where you have to have a good memory of all unpaid past invoices, the question is how many people can do that perfectly when there are a lot of other things to do?
5. You Get access to your business finance - with an online invoicing tool you will be able to view your dashboard which will enable you have more knowledge on your business’s finances. There are also reports that enable you monitor your collections.
6. Easy access - this is one of the best reasons because you wouldn't have to carry your invoice notes all around since you can manage and send out your invoices from your tablet, laptop or smartphone anytime and anywhere
7. Your Information are very safe - you might be getting worried, are my information safe? Oh yes they are, all your information are saved on very secured cloud servers that are professionally managed.

8. Less expensive: Some people might be thinking "I like it already but it is going to be very expensive!" Well let me give you a shocker, some online invoice software like www.acuteInvoice.com allows you setup for free and their charges are as low as N300 per month, yes I mean N300

9. Less paperwork - with an online invoicing you are saved space from too much paper work which normally would have let your office look bulky with papers littered here everywhere.

Technology is transforming the way small business operate and you wouldn't want to be left behind in the stone age. Online invoicing is one of the latest of such innovations
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