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Snakes everywhere (alien.top)

submitted 11 months ago by Spittinginears@alien.top to c/entrepreneur@indiehackers.space

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I do contract work and own a cleaning LLC. Just got off the phone with my biggest client because he's been underpaying me. It sucks. I feel like I've been taken advantage of and it's definitely a lesson learned on my part.

My question is, is it normal for everyone to try to screw you over? Should I require every single client to sign a contract?

I didn't originally because me and this guy used to work maintenance together. He taught me everything and was almost like a father figure. I let my guard down and got burned.

Sorry if my writing is a little jumbled. I'm not used to these sort of conversations with people and the entire thing just feels slimy and gross. I hope most people are not like this.

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[–] londonmyst@alien.top 1 points 11 months ago

Always issue every client with a contract and keep at least 3 signed copies.

Be sure to specify your hourly/daily/weekend rates and any late payment fees the law of your state or nation allow you to charge late payers.