Posting Rates…Or Not

There is ongoing debate among some of us who provide paid writing services for clients. The debate centers on a very important topic: should we post our rates online…or not?

When I first launched The Article Writer in May 2005, I kept specific prices off of my site. Then, as I realized that quite a number of my colleagues were posting rate information on their sites, I decided to do likewise.

Admittedly, my first rate sheet was too low as the rates I had listed were lower than what I felt was right. Weeks later I raised my rates and then, finally, I sat down and gave my site a serious “new year” review and came up with my current rates, as featured here.

The rates I show reflect a couple of things: they are for content based articles only and they are my best rates for my best customers [much like the prime lending rate is the best rate for banking customers].

I do charge much more per article for smaller projects as well as for higher quality magazine style works. Those rates aren’t posted, so an individual quote is in order.

Yes, there are times that I still wonder if I should pull the rate sheet. For now, my prices will remain posted for all to see. One good thing is that it does tend to scare away the bargain basement buyers. No loss there for me!