HOMEPROZ CONTRACT AT-A-GLANCE ============================== PROJECT: WordPress Real Estate Website with Property Listing System CLIENT: HomeProz (startup housing division) DEVELOPER: Hanson.xyz QUICK SUMMARY ============= WHAT: Custom WordPress website with Advanced Custom Fields property listing system, styled to HomeProz brand, supporting both MLS and custom listings HOW LONG: 1 week of active development, launching 4-5 weeks from contract signing (3-4 week queue + 1 week development) HOW MUCH: $6,600 first year total - $6,000 development (one-time) - $600 managed hosting (annual, ongoing) DELIVERABLES CHECKLIST ====================== Design & Planning: □ Design consultation based on HomeProz branding □ Theme selection and customization planning □ Property listing layout and structure □ ACF field structure planning WordPress Development: □ Custom/child theme based on HomeProz design □ Responsive design (mobile, tablet, desktop) □ Homepage with property showcase □ Property listing pages with detailed fields □ Property search and filtering □ Individual property detail pages □ About/company page □ Contact page with form □ Browser compatibility testing □ Performance optimization □ Basic SEO implementation ACF Implementation: □ ACF Pro plugin installation □ Custom field groups for properties □ Backend interface for property entry □ Field validation and configuration □ MLS number field Additional Services: □ MLS integration planning (manual entry) □ Email migration support (up to 2 hours) □ Managed hosting setup □ SSL certificate installation □ Security configuration □ Backup system setup □ Staging environment Training & Docs: □ 1-2 hour training session □ Written documentation □ Property listing workflow guide Testing & Launch: □ QA testing □ Client review and revisions □ Production deployment □ Post-launch verification PRICING BREAKDOWN ================== DEVELOPMENT (ONE-TIME): Website development: $6,000 Payment: $2,000 upfront $4,000 on completion HOSTING (ANNUAL): Managed WordPress hosting: $600/year Includes: hosting, backups, security, updates, support (2 hrs/month) Payment: $600 at launch $600 annually on anniversary FIRST YEAR TOTAL: $6,600 ONGOING YEARS: $600/year (hosting only) OPTIONAL ADD-ONS (Client pays separately): Northstar MLS: $100 setup + $55/month = $760/year Google Workspace: ~$6-12/user/month = $72-144/year Full IDX integration: $2,000-3,000+ (if desired later) TIMELINE ======== Contract Signing: [DATE] ↓ 3-4 week queue (completing current projects) ↓ Development Start: [DATE] ↓ 1 week active development ↓ Client Review: [DATE] ↓ Revisions & Testing: 2-3 days ↓ Launch: [DATE] (~4-5 weeks from signing) ↓ 60-day warranty period ↓ Ongoing hosting & support SCOPE BOUNDARIES ================ INCLUDED: ✓ WordPress theme customization ✓ Advanced Custom Fields property system ✓ MLS number field (manual entry) ✓ Property search/filtering ✓ Email migration help (2 hours) ✓ Managed hosting setup ✓ Training and documentation ✓ 60-day warranty on functionality EXCLUDED: ✗ Full automated IDX MLS integration ✗ E-commerce/payment processing ✗ Content writing/copywriting ✗ Logo design/branding creation ✗ Professional photography ✗ Custom mortgage calculators ✗ Virtual tours/3D walkthroughs ✗ CRM integration (Salesforce, etc.) ✗ Ongoing MLS subscription fees ✗ Google Workspace subscription fees CHANGE ORDERS: $250/hour for additions beyond scope PAYMENT SCHEDULE ================ Upon Contract Signing: Invoice: $2,000 (reserves development timeline) Due: Immediately Upon Launch/Delivery: Invoice: $4,000 (development completion) $600 (first year hosting) Total: $4,600 Due: Upon receipt (or within agreed terms) Annually on Anniversary: Invoice: $600 (hosting renewal) Due: Net 15 days CLIENT MUST PROVIDE =================== Before Development: □ Logo and branding assets □ Company/about content text □ Property data for testing □ GoDaddy account access □ Design preferences/inspiration During Development: □ Timely feedback (within 5 business days) □ Content for all pages □ Property photos and descriptions □ Email account access (if migrating) □ Decision-making authority For Optional Services: □ Northstar MLS account setup (if using MLS) □ Google Workspace account setup (if migrating email) WARRANTY & SUPPORT ================== Warranty (60 days from launch): - Free fixes for bugs in custom code - Free fixes for functionality not working as designed - Does NOT cover: changes made by client, third-party issues, new features, hosting/server issues After Warranty: - Ongoing hosting support: 2 hours/month included in hosting fee - Additional support: $175/hour - Hosting issues: covered under hosting agreement - New features: quoted separately LEGAL HIGHLIGHTS ================ Governing Law: Minnesota Liability Cap: Total compensation paid IP Ownership: Client owns all work product upon payment Developer Tools: Developer retains rights to reusable frameworks/code Confidentiality: Both parties agree to keep details confidential Portfolio Rights: Developer may showcase with client approval Termination: Either party with 15 days notice for material breach Change Orders: Must be approved in writing by both parties HOSTING DETAILS =============== Included in $600/year managed hosting: - High-performance WordPress hosting - Daily automated backups (30-day retention) - Security monitoring and malware scanning - WordPress core/theme/plugin updates - SSL certificate management - Server maintenance - Staging environment - Technical support (up to 2 hours/month) - 99.9% uptime guarantee Service Terms: - 1 year minimum commitment - Auto-renewal annually - 30 days notice to cancel - Migration assistance available if terminating (billed hourly) CONTACT INFORMATION =================== Developer: Hanson.xyz Brian Hanson State: Minnesota Rate: $175/hour standard, $250/hour for change orders Email: [INSERT] Phone: [INSERT] Client: HomeProz Contact: Dayna Gottberg Legal Entity: [TO BE CONFIRMED] Email: [INSERT] Phone: [INSERT] CRITICAL QUESTIONS TO RESOLVE ============================== Before contract finalization, confirm: 1. [ ] Is $6,600 first year budget acceptable? 2. [ ] Is $2,000 upfront payment feasible? 3. [ ] Can client wait 3-4 weeks for development to start? 4. [ ] Does HomeProz have logo/branding assets ready? 5. [ ] Is manual MLS entry sufficient or need full IDX? 6. [ ] How many email accounts need migration? 7. [ ] What is exact legal business entity name? 8. [ ] Annual or monthly hosting billing preference? 9. [ ] Who purchases ACF Pro license ($49/year)? 10. [ ] Are ongoing costs ($600-2,000/year) sustainable? DECISION TREE ============= Budget OK? ├─ YES → Proceed with full scope as drafted └─ NO → Offer alternatives: - Phased approach (basic site first) - Payment plan ($500/month x 12) - Reduced scope (fewer features) - Template-based site ($3,500) Timeline OK (3-4 week wait)? ├─ YES → Proceed as scheduled └─ NO → Offer alternatives: - Rush fee +20% ($1,200) for immediate start - Reduce scope for faster launch - Defer project until schedule opens MLS Integration? ├─ Manual entry only → Included in current scope ├─ IDX property display → +$2,000-3,000 additional ├─ Full IDX database → +$5,000-10,000 additional └─ No MLS → Remove MLS-related deliverables Email Migration? ├─ Simple (1-3 accounts) → 2 hours likely sufficient ├─ Complex (5+ accounts) → Quote additional time └─ Client handles → Remove from scope SUCCESS METRICS =============== Project is successful if: ✓ Launched within 4-5 weeks of contract signing ✓ HomeProz staff can easily add/manage property listings ✓ Properties display properly with photos and details ✓ Site is responsive and works on mobile devices ✓ Search/filtering helps visitors find properties ✓ MLS integration (if applicable) functions as designed ✓ Email migration (if applicable) completed smoothly ✓ Client is trained and confident using the system ✓ Site is secure, fast, and professionally presented ✓ All deliverables completed as specified in contract ✓ Client is satisfied and relationship continues with hosting RISK MITIGATION ================ Risks and mitigations built into contract: Risk: Scope creep Mitigation: Clear deliverables list, exclusions, written change order process Risk: Timeline delays from client Mitigation: Client responsibilities section, 30-day delay clause Risk: MLS integration complexity Mitigation: Scoped as "planning" only, full IDX explicitly excluded Risk: Design expectations exceed assets provided Mitigation: Design work limited to "consultation" and "customization" Risk: Email migration more complex than expected Mitigation: Capped at 2 hours, additional time billed separately Risk: Ongoing hosting costs unsustainable for startup Mitigation: Clear first-year total, ongoing cost transparency, 30-day cancel Risk: Client wants features after launch Mitigation: 60-day warranty for bugs only, new features quoted separately Risk: Non-payment Mitigation: $2,000 upfront, $4,600 due at launch before going live ALTERNATIVES IF NEEDED ======================= If budget is tight: OPTION A: Phased Approach - Phase 1: $4,000 - Basic site, manual property entry - Phase 2: $2,000 - ACF system and advanced features - Hosting: $600/year starting with Phase 1 OPTION B: Template-Based Site - $3,500 - Premium theme + basic customization - Hosting: $600/year - Faster launch, less custom OPTION C: Monthly Payment Plan - $500/month x 12 months = $6,000 development - $50/month hosting - Total: $550/month first year If timeline is urgent: OPTION D: Rush Fee - +$1,200 (20% premium) for immediate start - Total development: $7,200 - Launch within 2 weeks If scope is too much: OPTION E: Reduced Scope - $4,500 - Simpler site, fewer features - Manual property entry only (no ACF) - Basic theme customization - Hosting: $600/year NEXT STEP ========= Conduct client interview using: INTERVIEW-QUESTIONS-FOR-CLIENT.txt This will answer all critical questions and allow final contract customization.