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Will competition on French railways actually mean cheaper train tickets?

France's mighty state-owned rail company SNCF is facing competition with the arrival of new operators on French routes - but will more competition actually mean cheaper tickets for passengers?

Will competition on French railways actually mean cheaper train tickets?

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A lot of “late payment” problems begin before the invoice exists. The client is busy, your work is done, and the payment date is suddenly a negotiation.

  • Payment deadline should be clearly documented in proposals and invoices.
  • For large projects, use deposits and milestone invoices for manageable payments.
  • Invoice must answer delivery, amount owed, and payment method clearly.

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