Retainer vs Fixed Price vs Hourly: Running All Three Billing Models
Aug 9, 2026
Compare hourly, fixed-price and retainer workflows with shared delivery records, distinct invoice reviews and a saved monthly retainer example.
8 posts tagged with Pricing
Compare hourly, fixed-price and retainer workflows with shared delivery records, distinct invoice reviews and a saved monthly retainer example.
A project proposal is your first impression and often your only shot. Learn how to research the client, structure the proposal, present pricing, and avoid the mistakes that lose de...
Understand service retainer fees, hours-based, scope-based and availability models, with a saved $1,500 monthly example and manual allowance review.
A practical breakdown of the four pricing models agencies use — hourly, fixed price, retainer, and value-based — with real numbers, margin risks, and guidance on which model fits w...
Industry benchmarks for agency profit margins, why delivery margin is the metric that matters, the 5 most common margin killers, and a concrete framework for improving profitabilit...
A step-by-step guide to pricing web design projects — from estimating hours per phase to setting margin targets and avoiding the most common pricing mistakes.
Preview a free design rate card template for Excel and Google Sheets, with hourly, project and retainer examples plus a PDF download.
Record the requested change, price its impact and obtain written approval before revising scope. Follow a $500 newsletter-signup proposal through a practical change-control workflo...