So for the first time today I was asked for an invoice, i'm sure most of you have came to this point when freelancing. Now I need to create one, I know there are all kinds of different ones online but what are the core details I need on the invoice?

Does anyone know of any good creative invoices around I could look at?

I use a really plain, functional invoice that states my name, address, telephone number, email and web address and trading name. It also contains the client's name and address, a description of the work done, the amount to be paid, and my bank details for BACS payment.

 

You can probably find a half-decent template for word or open office online without too much trouble.

 

Good luck

Looks like it'll be a good idea to include your SWIFT and IBAN numbers on there as well now.

payment terms is key as well. ie. when you expect payment.

Your best bet is to use some sort of billing solution to keep track of invoices, rather than creating them manually. Try BillingBoss.

Your best bet is to use some sort of billing solution to keep track of invoices, rather than creating them manually. Try BillingBoss.

 

do you have any experience with billingboss? would you recommend it? and is it totally free or do they take a percentage of each payment etc

I'd certainly recommend it - and yes, it's free.