Payment
Payment
Payment is made by e-transfer or by credit card via PayPal. The method of payment will be determined during the intake process and further instructions will be provided.
Deposit
We require $250 or 50-75% (percentage to be determined based on project) of the total project cost (whichever is greater) as a non-refundable deposit before we begin editing. The remaining balance is due upon completion of your project and must be paid before we release the final product to you.
If your total project cost is less than $500, payment must be paid in full before we commence editing.
Currency
All rates and pricing are in Canadian dollars.
Contract and Cost
Contract
Step 1: We will request a copy of the document that you would like edited in its entirety in Microsoft Word.
Step 2: We will then prepare an Agreement for Editing Services*.
For medico-legal clients: a non-disclosure agreement will also be provided during the intake process.
Step 3: The Agreement for Editing Services will be shared with you to review and sign. It will include the total cost of your project.
Total Project Cost
Rate by word count: the agreement will include a final total cost.
Rate by hour: the agreement will include an estimated maximum total cost. If we complete the work faster than anticipated, you will only be billed for the hours worked and the cost of your project may be reduced.
Flat fee projects: the agreement will state the total flat fee for the project.
*Note that we do not work without an Agreement for Editing Services.
We use the agreement prepared by the Editors’ Association of Canada. Having an agreement is important and beneficial for both you (the Author) and us (the Editor). For example, it ensures that you retain the copyright of your written words and that the scope of editing is clearly outlined. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.