How to Invoice as a Massage Therapist in Portland, ME

Invoicing guide for massage therapists in Portland: 5.5% ME sales tax, 1.5%/mo late-fee cap, plus ME licensing and contractor rules.

Combined sales tax
5.5%
Late fee cap
1.5%/mo
Net terms
0 days
Deposit
0%

1. Portland-specific tax handling

  • State sales tax: 5.5%. Local jurisdictions in Portland may add their own rate — verify with your local tax assessor.
  • Late fees: ME statute Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 9-B, §432 caps interest on unpaid invoices at 1.5% per month.

2. Standard massage therapist line items

  • 60-min session — billed by session (~$110 default).
  • 90-min session — billed by session (~$160 default).
  • Hot stone add-on — billed by flat (~$25 default).
  • Insurance billing — billed by flat.

3. Payment terms that work in Portland

Net 0 is standard for massage therapists.0 Accept card and ACH on the invoice itself — Portland customers expect a one-click payment link in their inbox.

4. Licensing & disclosures

Licensed in 47 states (LMT). HIPAA compliance required for insurance billing. Receipts must include license number in most states.

Metro
Portland
State
ME
Net terms
0 days
Deposit
0%

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