How much should a genealogist charge their client? - JG0242

Sometimes it is difficult to determine when a genealogist is starting out what to charge clients for their work. This discussion might help in the decision-making process.
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[@barbaraselletti6520]

I am a retired academic librarian with a Masters in Pastoral Counseling and a genealogical librarianship certification. While I was working, my genealogy help was part of my job (as was any research subject). Now, I would like to be an independent genealogist to add to my SS. This was very helpful to me and will be a shock to those who keep trying to get me to "help" them. ;)

[@JustGenealogy]

I know this feeling very well. My staff is always complaining that I give it away so now I have a way to do fee based consultation.

[@stevesearl569]

Nice discussion HMCS, I have not heard it put into easily understood language. This lecture should be used by any self employed individual.
Your right don’t sell yourself short.
Thank you.
LDO Steve

[@JustGenealogy]

HMC then LT MSC. Had a chance to be an HMCS if I reverted. I didn''t. I don't disagree about it is good for anyone, just not sure how to package it for the non-genealogists and have it do any good.

[@AncestryNerd]

It also depends on what part of the country you live in. In a city I charge $75 but for people who can’t afford that I have a sliding scale for certain project

[@JustGenealogy]

It does depend on where you live and what the market can bear. I have something that I call the "family rate." We are all cousins after all.