CONTRACT & CLIENT AGREEMENT
RATES + PAYMENT
Pint-Sized & Organized (“Principal Organizer”) provides organizational services at the rate of $100 per hour with a minimum of three hours. If an Assistant Organizer is requested by the Client, Pint-Sized & Organized will book Assistant Organizers as independent contractors, billed at the hourly rate of $50 per hour.
Payments may be made by cash, check, Zelle or credit card. Payments made by credit card will incur a 2.99% processing fee. Payment is due at the end of each session. Client will be charged $25 per day if the invoice is not paid within three days. Additionally there will be a $35 fee for all returned checks as well as additional collection and/or legal fees to compensate for overdraft charges and unpaid account balances.
POLICIES
Travel: Travel within a 30 mile radius of the Yorktown Heights, New York is complimentary. Travel exceeding thirty miles of Yorktown Heights (10598) will be subject to a $50 travel fee. Out-of-area appointments can be arranged for a minimum of two eight-hour sessions with a $300 overnight fee per night. Other travel fees (airfare, rental vehicle, etc.) will be arranged on a case-by-case basis in writing.
Shopping + Products: Client is responsible for the cost of any organizing products (shelving, filing supplies, containers, etc.). Client approval and payment for products must be arranged prior to purchase.
Sensitive Materials: Prior to each session, please remove sensitive materials from the room or area to be organized. If there are areas that are not to be organized, please inform Principal Organizer prior to the start of the session. Please remove highly breakable or sentimental items from area to be organized.
Firearms: Prior to each session, please inform Principal Organizer of any firearms or other weapons in the home or office. Firearms must be removed from the immediate space being organized and secured prior to arrival.
Document Retention: Principal Organizer will recommend retention or disposal of paperwork, but final decisions regarding legal, financial, and other documents should be made by a CPA, attorney, or financial advisor. Client will approve all documents to be disposed of.
SCHEDULING
It is requested that Client notify Principal Organizer to cancel or reschedule appointments at least forty-eight hours in advance. Cancellations and rescheduled appointments with less than forty-eight hours notice will incur a $100 fee (with the exception of emergencies, illness, or inclement weather). Clients who have also booked an Assistant Organizer will be charged an additional $50 fee for late cancellations.
DISRUPTION OF SERVICE
Pint-Sized & Organized reserves the right to terminate this Agreement for the following reasons:
- Repeated cancelations and rescheduling
- Client or family members engage in disruptive, threatening or violent behavior
- Non-payment
- Unsafe or unsanitary working conditions
TERMINATION
Client has the right to terminate services at any time. If Client elects to terminate engagement, Client remains responsible for any fees incurred prior to termination. Principal Organizer has the same right regarding termination, subject to reasonable notice allowing Client to arrange alternative services.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Pint-Sized & Organized follows a strict Code of Ethics which calls for high standards of confidentiality and integrity. Clients can be assured of absolute privacy when working with Pint-Sized & Organized and all Assistant Organizers. All matters are kept confidential and will not be shared without consent. Please see Photo Waiver + Release below for information about the use of photographs.
PHOTO WAIVER + RELEASE
Client authorizes Pint-Sized & Organized to photograph, audio record, and video record organizing projects. Client authorizes Pint-Sized & Organized to reproduce, publish, copy, distribute, and share the photos and recordings with prospective or current clients, for illustrative and/or marketing purposes, and on websites, marketing materials, and/or social media sites and apps. Client understands that it is the policy of Pint-Sized & Organized to reproduce, publish, copy, distribute, and share only “before”, “after“ or “in progress” photos or recordings on websites, marketing materials, and/or social media sites and apps. However, Pint-Sized & Organized retains the right to use all photos or recordings for all authorized purposes listed above.
Client waives all rights to view and/or approve any and all photos or recordings. Client understands that their identity will remain anonymous and details about the location of Client’s home, office, or space will not be disclosed. Published photos or recordings will be labeled with the city name and state only. Client understands that Pint-Sized & Organized retains copyright of the photos and recordings. Client waives any and all rights for payment, royalties, or compensation of any kind for use of said photos and recordings.
LIABILITY
Client shall indemnify and hold Pint-Sized & Organized, Principal Organizer, and all Assistant Organizers harmless against any loss or damage to persons or property as a result of performance under this agreement and/or caused by the negligence or carelessness of Pint-Sized & Organized, Principal Organizer, and all Assistant Organizers. Client agrees to have a homeowner or renter insurance policy in place prior to any service rendered by Pint-Sized & Organized. Said insurance policy will be the primary policy for any personal injury or property damage claim. Client agrees to waive subrogation against Pint-Sized & Organized or Principal Organizer’s policy for any claims paid by said insurance policies.
ACCEPTANCE
This document will serve as the standard engagement letter of agreement between Client and Pint-Sized & Organized. Client’s signature confirms understanding of the basis upon which Pint-Sized & Organized will provide organizational services.
I have read and agree to the terms of this contract & client agreement.