A retainer agreement is a long-term work-for-hire contract between a company and a client that retains ongoing services from you (as a consulting business) and provides you with a stable amount of payments.
Agreement periods usually run up to five years, but initial retainer agreements are often reviewed and renewed annually—usually at the end of the financial year. Retainer hours are usually spent on recurring tasks that aren't major projects but are important to the client.
FACTORING IN A CONTINUING AGREEMENT - It is an arrangement where a financing entity purchases all of the accounts receivable of a certain entity.
The factoring company assesses the creditworthiness of the customers and the overall financial stability of the business. Typically, the factoring rates range from 1% to 5% of the invoice value, but they can be higher or lower depending on the specific circumstances.
This will help you understand your rights and options. Contact the factoring company. Talk to the factoring company directly and explain the situation. Ask them why the release hasn't been issued yet and when you can expect it. Be polite and professional, but be firm in your request. Get everything in writing.
Retainer agreements (also referred to as representation agreements) are a type of compensation agreement with lawyers either for reserving their employment or as compensation for future services. Also inside the agreement are details on the scope and procedure for the representation.
FACTORING IN A CONTINUING AGREEMENT - It is an arrangement where a financing entity purchases all of the accounts receivable of a certain entity.
Here's my advice: Pitch only to existing clients or clients you know well. Never pitch a retainer agreement to someone you've never worked with before. Present the retainer as a way to get “front of the line” status. Highlight the benefit of predictable budgeting. Include a small discount (maybe)