Terms & Conditions

Payment Methods:

I prefer PayPal, but may accept credit card, money orders, and personal/business checks at my discretion. Credit card payments are accepted through PayPal (I will at no time have access to your credit card numbers). Returned checks are subject to penalties. I will send a deposit invoice after we have worked out the details in a contract/letter of agreement.

Contract/Letter of Agreement:

If we choose to pursue working together, I will e-mail/send a contract. The contract will include your project description, estimated cost, deadline, and the terms of our agreement. You will sign and return the contract, along with your deposit. (This can all be done electronically.) Once I receive this, I will begin work on your project.

Invoices will be sent electronically, unless given advance notice for USPS mail.

Deposits and Remaining Balances:

A deposit is required before I begin work on the project; this may be waived for returning clients in good credit standing. Deposits range from 25-50% of the total project cost estimate. I will share progress updates and send partial work halfway through the project.

The remaining balance is due in full within the time line to be established in contract. For larger projects, payment may be broken into more installments.

This is all to ensure that I am not taken advantage of and that I receive compensation for my work, while you also receive high quality editing/writing. (After all, you can see samples of my work & testimonials, whereas I do not know who you are.)

Return clients:

Up front deposit may be waived for returning clients in good credit standing.

Expedited Turn-Arounds:

Expedited turn-around times will incur an additional fee.

Late Fees:

If a project is not paid in full by the specified deadline, I reserve the right to charge a late fee consisting of up to 10-25% of the total balance of your project’s invoice, to be increased monthly until payment is made in full.

Late payments and non-payments will be pursued through a collections agency.

Discounts:

I offer reduced rates for chosen services for full-time students and 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations at my discretion. Please feel free to inquire if you believe you qualify for a reduced rate.

Steps to Take:

1. Contact me about your project.
2. If we choose to pursue working together, I will send a contract. The contract will include your project description, estimated cost, deadline, and the terms of our agreement.
3. You will sign and return the contract, along with your deposit. (This can all be done electronically.)
4. I will begin work on your project.
5. I will share progress updates and send partial work halfway through the project.
6. When the project is complete, I will send the final copies and the final invoice. Payment is due in full within the timeline to be established in contract.

Office Hours:

Monday through Friday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Central Time
After hours and weekends by appointment only.