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    Late Payment Calculator

    Work out how much interest and compensation you're owed when a client or employer pays late.

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    Calculate late payment interest

    Work out how much interest and compensation you're owed when a client or employer pays late.

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    Aug 2024 – Nov 20245%
    Nov 2024 – Feb 20254.75%
    Feb 2025 – May 20254.5%
    May 2025 – Aug 20254.25%
    Aug 2025 – Dec 20254%
    Dec 2025 onwards3.75%

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