Comments on: Quick Tip: Kill Fees

By: Lola

Lola — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 15:03:16 +0000

I echo everyone’s comments so far. Thats an excellent tip!

By: Matt Glover

Matt Glover — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 07:04:08 +0000

You’re reading my mind John. Should have a post or two about contracts in the next few weeks.

By: John

John — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 02:46:29 +0000

THIS…is a great idea (not that your others are too shabby either). I must include this in my contract which I am currently in the process of making…

…any advice on contracts for the beginner? And possibly on negotiations?

By: Greg

Greg — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 21:40:19 +0000

Ditto what Dan said. I just charge 50% up front and make sure the client understands that it’s not refundable (so they can’t pull out half way and ask for their deposit back). This is probably easier to do than ask for the 50% AFTER they’ve become dissatisfied and pulled out.

Although the idea of a “kill fee” sounds pretty good.

By: Dan

Dan — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 19:49:05 +0000

Great tip Matt.

I never start on a project without having a 50% deposit as well.

Not only is cash in the hands a good feeling, but it tends to give me some assurance that the client will go through with it�usually they feel more invested with half already paid.

And it also has the effect of spreading out my income a little more evenly. There are always bills to pay DURING a project too, and starving while you paint (or draw) is never fun.