How to Make an Invoice
To create a simple invoice for your self-employed or freelance business, you will want to download a professional invoice template and include a unique invoice number.
You will also include the services, cost, client name, client address, your business contact information, the terms of the invoice, date of issue and payment due date. Here’s how to invoice for self-employed professionals and freelancers:
- Download a free invoice template
- Include your business name and contact information
- Add business media or logo
- Include client’s name, business and contact details
- Input unique invoice number on template, plus invoice date and due date
- List services or products with descriptions and costs for each
- Calculate the total and add to bottom of the invoice
- Include payment terms and additional information
- Send invoice to the client via FreshBooks, email or direct mail.
You can customize the blank standard invoice template to suit the needs of you and your clients. It can be helpful to describe the services (i.e. products, or work completed) being offered, as well as deliverables, so there is no confusion. Be sure to include costs for each item or service on the invoice.
Include payment instructions for your client and the expected due date for your services. This ensures that you and your client are clear on expectations.