Direct Contract negotiation

[JamJarST]

Thanks everyone! I have a better overview now.
I'll start with 725 to possibly hit 700.

Cheers.

You do realise it is more than just negotiating rates don't you, have you considered that your payment terms will probably be worse when you go direct?

[voodoo child]

You do realise it is more than just negotiating rates don't you, have you considered that your payment terms will probably be worse when you go direct?

As far as I understand the augmented rate should incorporate cash flow and counterpart risk.

[dynamicsaxcontractor]

Hi guys and girls, I've searched the forum but I couldn't come across any answer to my question.
Basically I might have the chance to get a direct contract with a client. This is the first time, if my usual rate is around 600-650 what could be fair to ask in the direct contract?

Thanks for the help!

I would ask for about 700-750 and be expecting to settle for 675-700.

[jonson]

get 50% upfront, or walk...direct clients are not to be trusted