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