Posted By Charley Farley-Trelawney Simon I tend to have the client agree to pay me whatever the requested works, I find that a confirmation letter detailing what the client wants gives the opportunity to make changes , then I send back a further basic doc detailing the works and confirming the cost, I request the client signs this for me prior to commencement and give basic terms for payment times. If the client wants 'extras' during the work it is easy to seperate extras from agreed prices, I also ensure that extras are documented and signed for at every stage, it makes it easier when presenting the invoice. With longer term contracts I tend to require stage payments, this saves waiting months before you can invoice. Other than these vevy basic details you can make it as detailed as you wish, personally I prefer it nice and simple, it leaves you more time to earn money. CFT

Posted By Simon Davies Very many thanks gents.