You will get value from my services. Naturally, you want to know what that value will cost you. Fair question.
My fee structure is project based. I don't quote an hourly rate. This reduces your risk of facing run-away costs if the project drags on..
When you explain to me what you want and we discuss this to be sure I understand what you want and how to give it to you, I will provide you with a fixed fee for the project with the understanding that if you change the scope of the project I will change the fixed fee..
This is a fair arrangement for both of us. You get a fixed number that you can put in your budget with the assurance that the defined scope will not cost you any more than that. And I get a defined amount for my efforts.
You know there's some risk for me in this arrangement. But that's how I do business.
I do expect 1/3 of the fee upfront with the balance due on completion of the project.