Welcome to GetTrusted, your go-to platform for connecting with expert Service Providers ready to bring your Projects to fruition.

Once your Project is posted, you’ll receive Proposals from our skilled Service Providers. This is your opportunity to carefully review their profiles, examine their previous work, and assess their ratings. Engaging in discussions about your Project details and their Estimates is encouraged to ensure clarity and alignment on both ends. The Estimate document is key as it lays out the Service Provider’s detailed Proposal, including the Project’s scope, timeline, and costs. This document is crucial for setting clear expectations and building a shared understanding between you and the Service Provider.

Components of an Estimate

• Billing Model: Available options include Hourly Flexible, Fixed-Price, or Recurring, depending on your Project’s requirements.
• Currency: We support various currencies like USD, EUR, AED, GBP, CAD, AUD.
• Billing Period (for recurring Projects): The frequency at which payments are made for ongoing Projects, selectable as weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, or semi-annually, depending on Project requirements.
• Recurring Payment: An automated financial transaction executed at predetermined intervals according to the selected billing period, ensuring consistent funding for ongoing Projects.
• Maximum Weekly Hours: The upper limit of hours a Service Provider is permitted to work and bill for in a single week, established to manage Project budgets and timelines effectively.
• Hourly Rate: Payment rate for each hour of work performed by the Service Provider, ensuring fair compensation.
• Budget Range: A financial range for the Project, setting clear minimum and maximum spending limits to guide Project expenditures.
• Project Timeframe: Expected start and end dates of the Project, providing a schedule for completion and milestone achievement.
• Payment Schedule (for fixed-price Projects): A timeline specifying when payments are due, based on Project advancement or the achievement of certain milestones.
• Escrow Initial Payment: A preliminary deposit made into an escrow account to initiate a Project, serving as proof of the client’s commitment and providing financial security for the Service Provider.

How to Evaluate Estimates

• Review the Scope: Ensure the Estimate clearly outlines what the Service Provider will deliver. It should detail the tasks involved, the deliverables you can expect, and any milestones or phases in the Project.
• Check the Timeline: Look at the proposed timeline. Is it realistic for your Project’s scope? Ensure the timeline aligns with your deadlines and expectations.
• Assess the Cost: The Estimate should provide a clear breakdown of costs. Are the rates reasonable for the quality and scope of work? Compare with other proposals to ensure fairness.
• Evaluate the Service Provider: Consider the Service Provider’s skills, experience, and portfolio. Have they undertaken similar Projects? Do their previous works and reviews instill confidence in their ability to deliver?
• Ask Questions: Don’t hesitate to ask for clarification or additional details. A good Service Provider will be happy to provide further information to ensure you’re comfortable with the Proposal.
• Negotiate if Necessary: If you’re impressed with a Service Provider but need tweaks in the Estimate, discuss it. Service Providers are often willing to adjust to accommodate your needs.

Once you’ve evaluated the Proposals and Estimates, it’s time to decide. Choose the Service Provider who offers the best combination of skills, experience, timeline, and cost.

In summary, the Estimate document is a roadmap for the Project’s execution and success. We encourage Clients to utilize the full extent of support and resources available at GetTrusted to ensure their Project’s foundation is as strong and clear as possible.