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Download the Small Business Invoice Template

A small business is a privately owned enterprise characterized by its relatively small size, limited scale of operations, and typically having fewer employees than larger corporations. Invoice templates for small businesses are designed to streamline the invoicing process, making it easier for business owners to generate professional-looking invoices quickly and efficiently.

Free Invoice Generator 

Looking for easy invoicing without the download? The Free Invoice Generator lets you craft your own invoices online so you can browse, customize, and send in minutes.

FreshBooks Invoice Generator

Drag your logo here, or select a file

Bill From:

Your Company Name
Company Email
Street Address
City
,
Zip Code

Bill To:

Company/Name
Street Address
City
,
Zip Code

Invoice Number:

0000001
0000001

Date:

Amount Due (USD)

$0.00

DescriptionRateQtyLine Total
Enter an item name
Describe this item
0.00
1
1
0.00
Subtotal0.00

Discount

0.00
Total0.00
Amount Due (USD)$0.00

More Invoice Templates by Industry 

Are you looking for even more flexible custom invoice template formats for small business owners? The main invoice template page is just a few clicks away, where you can browse by industry and preferred file format to find the best free invoice template for your small business.

Small businesses can tailor bakery-specific invoice templates to bill for baked goods and shipping as well as time spent on an order.

More Bakery Invoice Template

Hotel owners and small businesses in the hospitality industry can bill for bookings, room service, special orders, and more with customizable hotel invoice templates.

More Hotel Invoice Template

With sections for volume, weight, insurance, and more, a freight invoice template makes it easy to generate a professional shipping job invoice in minutes.

More Freight Invoice Template

Good accounting skills are hard to find. Make sure you’re paid properly with a professional-looking accounting invoice template.

 More Accounting Invoice Template

Outline the costs for your labor and travel time with a downloadable tutor invoice template that’s made for educational tutors.

More Tutor Invoice Template

From work like volunteer organizing and social support to emergency relief and health research, free downloadable non-profit invoice templates make billing simple.

More Non-Profit Invoice Template

Small Business Invoice Template vs. FreshBooks

A free invoice template is a great place to start, but you can do so much more with FreshBooks invoicing. Discover invoicing software to see how FreshBooks can streamline your billing:

Small Business Invoice Template

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FreshBooks

Features

Small Business Invoice Templates

Flexible invoice templates

Printable formats

Email invoices at no cost

Accept payments on invoices

Schedule invoices

Automate payment reminders and late fees

Manage paid and outstanding invoices

Set up deposits for projects

Add discounts and credits to invoices

Automate recurring subscription invoices

Create and send invoices via mobile devices

Access your invoices FOREVER on the cloud 🔥

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Small Business 101: Helpful Resource for Your Business

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I make an invoice for a small business?

The easiest way to create invoices for a small business is to use a small business invoice template. FreshBooks small business invoice templates for Word, Excel, and other formats offer customizable sections so you can tailor your billing to every client.

What information is required on a small business invoice template?

Your small business invoice template should include contact details, client information, a detailed job breakdown, total cost, invoice date, and payment links. FreshBooks invoice templates have fillable sections for all the required information, so you don’t have to worry about missing anything.

Can I customize a small business invoice template to fit my specific needs?

Yes, you can customize small business invoice templates to fit your business needs. FreshBooks has free invoice templates that are easy to customize to any client and job and include extra sections like logos and branding so you can add a personal touch.

Are there any legal requirements for small business invoices in the US?

Yes, in the US, you’re legally required to include customer information, job breakdowns, total costs, invoice and payment dates, and payment details on your small business invoices. With FreshBooks invoicing templates, these sections are already included, so all you need to do is fill them in.

How often should small businesses invoice their clients?

Small businesses often invoice their clients right after the job is done, or bi-monthly or monthly, for ongoing work. FreshBooks invoicing software lets you schedule custom invoices well in advance, so you don’t have to worry about keeping track of individual invoicing schedules for every client.

What payment methods should I include on a small business invoice template?

You can decide which payment methods are the best fit for your business, but most small business invoice templates include options for digital payments via credit card or with debit or e-transfer. FreshBooks invoicing software lets you accept online payments, making payment easier for you and your clients.

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