Managing Upfront Payments
This article provides a step-by-step guide to effectively manage upfront payments, covering how to review, process, and handle cancellations or no-shows. By following these steps, you can ensure smooth handling of payments and maintain clear records.
1. Reviewing Upfront Payments
- Look for the green card icon "Review Payment" tab on the appointment.
- Right-click on the appointment to view the details, including the upfront payment amount.
At Checkout
- Right-click on the appointment and select Check Out.
- You’ll see an extra line item labeled Redemption Line that deducts the upfront payment.
- The outstanding balance will reflect the remaining amount after applying the upfront payment.
- Complete the process:
- Select the additional payment type (if applicable).
- Click End Sale to finalize the checkout.
2. Checking Upfront Payments in Client History
- Go to the client’s profile and select Client History.
- The upfront payment amount and booking details will be displayed here for easy reference.
3. Managing Cancellations or No-Shows
Steps to Handle Cancellations
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Delete the Appointment:
- Right-click on the appointment and select Delete.
- Enter the reason for cancellation (e.g., client canceled or no-show).
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Access the Cancellations Menu:
- Click the menu icon at the bottom of the screen and select Cancellations.
- Choose the relevant date range to locate the appointment.
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Options for Managing the Upfront Payment:
- Charge the Full Fee:
- Check the box for the full fee and select Process.
- Confirm the action to complete the transaction.
- Transfer to Account:
- Select the transfer option and process it to move the amount to the client’s account.
- Charge a Partial Fee:
- Enter the desired amount to charge, process the transaction, and transfer the remaining balance to the client’s account.
- Charge the Full Fee:
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Complete the Process:
- Click Done after completing the action.
Key Considerations:
- Use the Client History feature to keep track of payments and cancellations.
- Customize how you manage cancellations based on the situation (full charge, partial charge, or transfer to account).
- Ensure reasons for cancellations are properly logged for future reference.