Deferred Payment

/dɪˈfɜːrd ˈpeɪmənt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A financial arrangement where payment is postponed to a later date as agreed between parties.
    The parties agreed to a deferred payment schedule to settle the debt over six months.
  2. (n.) A contractual provision allowing payment to be made after delivery of goods or services.
    The contract included a deferred payment clause protecting the buyer's interests.

Forms

  • deferred payments

Commentary

Deferred payment provisions should clearly specify the timing and conditions to avoid disputes over when payment is due.

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