Consultant Fee Structure

[2gould]

For all of you that are and/or use consultants. How is the typical fee arrangement structured. I can think of a few options:
1. An upfront initial assessment fee then an hourly based fee;
2. A simple hourly rate; or
3. A flat rate.

Any thoughts or ideas on the common practice? Thanks in advance.

Charley

[jasaunders]

I have a simple hourly rate. No initial consultation fees, all clients, new or existing, pay the same.

[2gould]

Thanks Josh.

Anyone else?

[2gould]

No one else....?

I know there are at least several active members that have offered their consulting services to this board...care to weigh in on the fee structure?

Thanks!