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Benefits

The Benefits of Using My Services:
  • Charged ONLY for the hours/time that is dedicated to your work, instead of an entire 8 hour day.
  • Less expensive than an employee -- no vacation, benefits, payroll taxes, overtime, software, furniture, equipment, office space to worry about.
  • Hourly rates might be slightly more than an employee's rate; however, you save the cost of benefits and overhead that would be included in an employee's wage (see Potential Cost Savings --Based Upon the "Monthly Retainer Plan" located under Rates and Service Plans).
  • Easily accessible, even for rush orders.
  • No training required, saving you additional on-going costs.
  • 100% productive time is guaranteed.
  • No more agency fees.
  • No task is too big or too small.

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Cost

My average rate is $45.00 per hour. Rates are based on the service(s) you choose. Please contact me for a free quote.

The first hour (no matter what service(s) is chosen) with a minimum of four hours will be provided to you FREE of cost (one time only per client). Please note that this offer applies to new clients only.



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Rates and Service Plans

Hourly Plan

This plan would be chosen when assistance is needed only one time or just a few hours during a week or month. Due to the individuality of each requirement, prices vary according to each project and are tailor made to suit each client or individual. A minimum fee of $35.00 is charged on all projects.

 

Project Plan
This plan would be chosen when you have an occasional project. I will review your project specifications and provide you with an estimate of time prior to beginning the project. The time specified to complete the project is an estimate only and subject to change. No changes, however, will be made without prior consent.

 

Monthly Retainer Plan

This plan would be chosen if the services you require will be completed on a continuing basis. Once an hourly rate is agreed upon, a contract would be signed and executed. Monthly retainer invoices will be emailed one week prior to the due date which is the first of each month (first month fees will be pro-rated). Any unused retainer fees are non-refundable; however, I will be glad to provide additional services the following month to cover the unused amount.

 


Potential Cost Savings -- Based Upon the "Monthly Retainer Plan"

Employer Costs
Full-time Employee
Dawn E. Middlestead

Hourly Rate of Pay

$35.00

$35.00-$55.00*

Benefits @ 35% (Medical, Dental & Life Insurance, Retirement Plans)

$7.00

None

Overhead Rate @ 50% (Office Space, Furniture, Equipment, Software & Office Supplies, Overtime Pay, Administration Costs, & Worker's Compensation)

$10.00

None

Total Effective Rate of Pay

$52.00

$35.00-$55.00

Hours Per Year**

2,080 Hours

1,040 Hours

 
TOTAL Annual Labor Cost

$108,160.00

$36,400 - $57,200


*   Amount would be determined after meeting with you and discussing your needs.
** Remember, you only pay for the time worked.

 

Payment:
Full payment is required upon acceptance of a completed project. I accept payments in the form of business checks, cashier's checks and money orders.