I’ve always struggled with keeping client estimates and invoices straight. I forget to invoice or invoice really late which means I get paid much later than anticipated. Recently, I accidentally numbered my invoices incorrectly and had to go back to clients asking them to use a different invoice number. Frustrating. And unnecessary, even for the chronically discombobulated mommy-brained person like me.

While I’m still toying with the idea of turning all my billing over to a bookkeeper (probably a smart idea, but I’m chronically slow at outsourcing things), I’ve taken the plunge and payed for an online service that is whipping me into shape. I thought I’d share this with you if estimates and invoices are under your purview but making you a little crazy.

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