Design Agreements and the Budget
By Michael StoneThe purpose of a design agreement is to get a commitment from your client to design the project so you don’t have to do the design for free. How do you keep the design within the budget?
Design Agreements Gone Awry
By Michael StoneWe discussed design agreements last week; today we’re going to look at them from another angle. The first step is setting the budget with the client.
Getting the Commitment
By Michael StoneA contractor in Hawaii sent in a note asking about a few sales issues.
Dishonest Clients
By Michael StoneWe often hear from contractors dealing with a client who, for whatever reason, has decided to change the terms of their contract. Other professionals have the same problem.
Cancelled Design Agreements
By Michael StoneA call came in from a friend recently. It seems that a client of his wants to cancel a signed design agreement.
The Relationship Between Budget and Design
By Michael StoneOne problem contractors run into is dealing with clients who want to change the scope of the project after signing the design agreement, and not realizing how it might impact their budget.
Design Agreement Contract, Letter of Intent
By Michael StoneA design agreement allows you to get paid for your work. Don’t waste your effort or your time.
Get a Commitment Before You Invest
By Michael StoneIf you want to make the best use of your time and not allow others to waste your time, don’t estimate major projects without a design agreement.