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Creative Real-Rate & Scope-Creep Risk Calculator
Factor in administrative drag, client communication overhead, and revision cycles to price your projects accurately.
The Scope-Creep Risk Index™ accounts for client behavior markers, project ambiguity, and revision limits to establish a real-world minimum billing threshold. According to industry benchmarks, unbilled communications reduce a freelancer's nominal rate by 28–42%.
Your inputs
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Client traits (0–10)
Sends voice notes on weekends4
Vague brief5
Endless revision requests6
Late payments3
Your results
Adjusted Real Hourly Rate
$49/hr
Required to hit target: $38/hr
Scope-Creep Risk Index™
45/100
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