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Retainer Pricing Calculator
Calculate monthly retainer rates based on estimated hours. Price recurring work fairly.
Retainer Configuration
Enter your pricing structure
Expected hours per month
Typical: 10-20% for commitment
Recommended Retainer
Monthly Retainer
$1800
20 hours/month
Standard Price
$2000
Client Saves
$200
- • $100/hr × 20 hours = $2000
- • 10% retainer discount = -$200
- • Monthly retainer = $1800
Retainer Tips
Offer Discount: 10-20% discount rewards client commitment and guarantees your income.
Set Clear Boundaries: Define what's included and process for additional hours.
Roll-Over Policy: Decide if unused hours expire or roll over to next month.