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Author: Niall Cinneide Article source: http://www.goarticles.com/. Used with author's permission.
Have you ever had the experience of hiring a freelance copy writer only to find that the project takes longer than expected, or that the fees they offered are 'flexible' in the wrong way for you to benefit. There is no doubt that copywriter rates differ greatly from one to another. There is very little in the way of a standard rate especially when you are dealing with clients through the Internet. To ensure you don't get taken for a ride, you need to get your copywriter rates set and keep them that way.
No matter if you are just beginning a project or are half way through, the benefits of having a set contract are enormous. Not only can you save yourself quite costly fees, but you can also count on when the project will be complete, how much you will pay, and, in the end, what to expect. If you are looking for basic rates, then ask for them. Find the copy writer you want to do the work, give them some basic idea of what the project entails and then ask for a quote. Now, before you get your email going, remember to include the word "flat" as in flat rate. By saying, "Here is my project, what is the flat rate you will charge?" you are eliminating the guess work.
Got the contract ready? That is the next most valuable tool you have to your computer. Having every detail spelled out, leaves little room for guess work. Dates, expectations, payment, and even revisions need to be included. It's just a safe way to do business, no matter if you are the seller or the buyer. Copywriter rates that are flexible or based on a per hour rate are just too difficult to monitor. How will you monitor a per hour rate?
To find basic copywriter rates, you can browse through the listings of copy writers looking for work. There is a safe bet, here. You may want to steer clear of those asking for outrageous sums as they already have an inflated ego. You don't need that in your work. If they had such a great business going, do you really think they would have to advertise? As for the lowest prices out there, require samples and references before getting too deep. No matter what you do need in the rates for copywriting, you can find someone out there willing to work with you. Just get the guidelines set before the project begins. Visit FreelanceWritingResource.com for more Articles, Resources, News and Views about Freelance Writing Jobs.
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