How to Invoice as a Moving Company in Portland, ME

Invoicing guide for moving companys 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
25%
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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 moving company line items

  • Labor — per hour per mover — billed by hour (~$65 default).
  • Truck fee — billed by flat (~$150 default).
  • Packing materials — billed by itemized.
  • Long-distance mileage — billed by mile.

3. Payment terms that work in Portland

Net 0 is standard for moving companys. Most moving companys in competitive markets like Portland require a 25% deposit upfront before scheduling work. Accept card and ACH on the invoice itself — Portland customers expect a one-click payment link in their inbox.

4. Licensing & disclosures

Intrastate movers regulated by state PUC. Interstate movers require USDOT and FMCSA registration; binding/non-binding estimate rules apply.

Metro
Portland
State
ME
Net terms
0 days
Deposit
25%

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