How to collect a freelance deposit without the awkward dance

Most freelancers lose time chasing “we’ll pay on delivery.” A clear deposit policy is cheaper than one unpaid invoice.

Simple policy

  1. Quote total + timeline in writing.
  2. Require 30–50% deposit before calendar holds.
  3. Start work only after funds clear.
  4. Deliver final files after balance payment.

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Full toolkit — $10 on Solana

Proposal, follow-ups, rate card, emails, CLI balance checker, commercial license.

Pay ≥ 10 USDC or ~0.14 SOL to:
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