Dues & Billing

Arrears

Money a member owes that is past its due date; being 'in arrears' means behind on payments.

Last updated August 9, 2026

Arrears refers to dues or fees that remain unpaid after their deadline. A member 'in arrears' is behind on what they owe. Chapters track arrears closely because unpaid balances directly reduce the budget, and many organizations restrict privileges (voting, events) for members significantly in arrears.

Related terms

Delinquent Account

A member account that is significantly overdue on payment.

Outstanding Balance

The amount a member still owes after any payments made so far.

Late Fee

An additional charge applied when dues are not paid by the deadline.

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