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Late Payment Cost Calculator

Calculate how much late payments are costing your business annually. See the hidden costs of cash flow delays, admin time, and bad debt risk.

Your Business Data

% of invoices paid after due date

Days beyond due date

Enter your data to see the true cost of late payments

How to Reduce Late Payment Costs

Enable Online Payments

Add a "Pay Now" button with PayFast, Yoco, or Ozow. Invoices with online payment options get paid 40% faster.

Automate Payment Reminders

Send automated reminders 3 days before and on the due date. This reduces late payments by 35%.

Offer Early Payment Discounts

A 2% discount for payment within 7 days can improve cash flow significantly.

Tighten Payment Terms

Move from Net 30 to Net 14 terms. Shorter terms reduce the average delay period.

Track and reduce late payments with Illumi

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