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Late Payment of Commercial Debts Act 1998 — What Every UK Contractor Needs to Know

Your full guide to the Late Payment Act 1998. Statutory interest, claim letters, fixed recovery fees. Built for UK tradespeople.

Scott O'Sullivan24 March 2026
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Tradify Alternative for UK Tradesmen — Honest Comparison (2026)

Comparing Tradify vs Certi for UK contractors. Pricing, features, payment tools. No per-seat fees. 10-day free trial.

Scott O'Sullivan24 March 2026
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Are Digital Contracts Legally Binding in the UK? A Contractor's Guide

Everything UK tradespeople need to know about digital contracts and e-signatures. Are they legal? Will they hold up in a dispute? How to protect yourself with proper digital agreements.

Scott O'Sullivan3 March 2026
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How to Chase Late Payments as a UK Contractor (7-Stage System)

A practical guide for UK tradespeople on chasing unpaid invoices, from friendly reminders to legal action. Includes letter templates, statutory interest rates, and a proven 7-stage escalation system.

Scott O'Sullivan3 March 2026
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What to Do When a Client Won't Pay: UK Contractor's Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Scott O'Sullivan21 February 2026
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Best Operations Software for UK Contractors in 2026: Honest Comparison

Scott O'Sullivan18 February 2026
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Why UK Contractors Lose £4,800 a Year to Unpaid Invoices

The hidden cost of handshake deals and WhatsApp quotes — and how digital contracts and evidence vaults eliminate disputes before they start.

Certi Team18 February 2026
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Are Digital Contracts Legally Binding in the UK? Yes — Here's the Law

A plain-English guide to UK digital signature law, the Electronic Communications Act 2000, and why your WhatsApp quotes don't count as contracts.

Certi Team15 February 2026