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How to Charge More Next Year

While we still have a few more months left in this year, it is the time for you to start thinking about how you can charge more next year.

Ultimate Interior Design Pricing Resource

I've written many articles on pricing and created a free course to help designers figure out their sweet spot. I thought I could round them all up for you in one convenient place. Want to get really clear on what works for me and what I've seen work for other designers? Read the articles below.

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Biggest Pricing Mistakes Designers Make

Psst. Designer. Do you want to hear the biggest trade secret of all time? You can't share it with anyone. If I tell you, you are sworn to secrecy. Other designers will ask. Don't tell them. This is just for you. I'm going to give you the Super Secret Magic Pricing Model. MPM for short.

I'm sure you know the Magic Pricing Model I'm talking about. The one where clients readily accept your fees and buy all the product you select without question. It is the one where your bills and invoices are always paid on time. The one where you make a ton of money easily. It is the one that is so easy you never have to have an uncomfortable conversation about money with clients. The MPM is the one that you make the most amount of money with the least amount of effort. I know you want it. Everyone wants it.

A Detailed Look at Pricing Interior Design Services

How do Interior Designers price their services? How should you price your services?

Unlike architects or realtors, there is no regulating body for interior designers. Therefore, there are about as many different pricing structures as there are interior designers. There is not a one size fits all for designers or clients, the bottom line is do you feel comfortable and confident in your pricing model?

Interior Design Pricing

How do Interior Designers price their services?

Just writing this question makes my head want to explode. This is a daunting question. Since there is no regulating body, there are about as many different pricing structures as there are interior designers. There is not a one size fits all for designers or clients, the bottom line is: as the client do you feel comfortable and do you understand how you’ll be charged. Do not be afraid to ask the designer to explain further before you sign the contract. Alright, let's get into pricing.