Unbelievable! So she is a pro at it!

It is soo typical that people you really make an effort for and go out of your way to do something for, turn around and do something like this.
It is really true that if you treat them mean you keep them keen, I see this all the time.
Deffo don't let go on this one, just out of principal, I think it is a good idea to maybe get a debt collector involved.

what a sweetie you are

so she has tried this before....what a shocker ...who does she think she is.....some people .....was she brought up or dragged!!! xx

two words for you and us all

LEARNING CURVE!

Unfortunately, incidents like this are what make us cynical.

I often have clients turn up and think they can pay with a card, but I only take cash or cheque. I have to admit to fretting until I know that they've nipped over to the bank to get the cash out and give it to reception.

I have told the receptionist to tell all new clients that its strictly cash or cheque cos my tummy can't take the stress of it!

I think there is a lot of good advice hear given by all of us.
But just be a bit careful of going round a lot incase she shouts 'Harassment'.

Also, here's some useful info....
Collecting debts owed to you : Directgov - Money, tax and benefits

Hi, I think you should chase it up, and maybe catch her on an evening, make sure you dont park your car outside and wear another coat, with a hood up.

If you are going to chase it up through the courts, just remember you could end up further out of pocket. So it might not be worth doing it in the long run.

Maybe before you start doing treatments on new people, you could just say something like, "how are you paying me today?? as I havent been to the bank yet and want to make sure that I have the correct change to give you"

And then you know that they do have the cash up front.

hhhmmmmm, I'm thinking back to my days when I worked in the criminal justice system, and so if the law has moved on since then and I'm wrong I apologise, but it may be worth you looking into this:

It was (hopefully still is) a criminal offence to procure services without means to pay for them. this law was to cover circumstances which could not be described as shoplifting as the business has provided the goods or service in good faith that the customer has the means to pay, but by the time it becomes transparent that the customer cannot pay, its too late to retrieve the goods or service eg, meal in a restaurant, taxi ride, etc.

Perhaps you could ring the police and ask if they can assist with someone who has procured your services by falsely claiming that they will pay.

As I say, I'm not sure if its still the same, or even if the police can help in parctical terms, but its worth a try and certainly a damn sight cheaper than civil action. Good luck!

It's the absolute cheek of her to even turn up and not have the money in her pocket. I wouldn't even dream of doing this and saying I'll bring it tonight, never mind then not paying it.
You must have steam coming out your ears!
to you for all your hastles!
Marion x

Just had to let you know, after putting another reminder through her door this morning, I have just had an envelope through the door with my payment. Written on the back, shes happy with her nails and had forgotten about paying me.

After the first reminder Monday, then a second one today. Im glad I didnt have to take it further. But, a lesson learnt.

Thanks so much for all your support and advice. Lots of love. xxx

good to hear you got what you deserved xxxx

My memory is bad, but for her to forget that day and then forget again after a reminder is a bit of a fairy story I think!
Glad you finally got the money you were due for your hard work.
Marion x

Glad you got your payment. But what will you do if she asks for another treatment???

I'd happily ask for cash up front for the first couple of times as a 'gesture of goodwill'.

So pleased for you hun, i was just about to get me coat on and go round myself, LOL.
Seriously though, i am glad you got it sorted and as another geek said "its a learning curve for as all.

Also wanted to add that i also queried the point another geek made that they were sure that if you asked for debt in public place or ina street it become void, was so hoping that this was true. I would have had all the banks and credit cards round for a garden party and got them to asked for their money, LOL . Anyway This is the reply i got

The alleged voiding of debts because payment is requested in a street or public place is nonsense.

Could be that this reply is wrong, but another did say that it wasnt so aswell. Oh well my hope of clearing my debts is fading fast......

Anyway well done and the drinks are on you, lol. xx

So please for you

I still wouldn't do them again. Not after finding out she's done it at another salon as well.