Your proposal price and scope can’t last forever.
It’s a business offer—and conditions change.
Yet too many creatives send a quote, then leave it open forever.
A year later, the client comes back expecting the same price, even though your workload, costs, and experience have evolved and likely become more valuable.
Add an expiration clause to your agreements.
Sixty days was my standard.
RATES AND TERMS EXPIRATION: This agreement and its pricing are valid for 60 days from the date issued. After that time, rates and terms are subject to change.
This protects your future business and gives you an easy follow-up:
“Hey, just checking in—our proposal expires next week. Would you like to move forward?”
Only true love lasts forever—your proposals shouldn’t.
