Parents Who Don't Want To Pay Your Rate?

[e.j.]

I dont mind opeing that early I just don't want to cut my rates that much. I don't want to regret it either, especially when I take them then someone calls and is willing to pay my orginal rates. The money would be nice though because right now I do not have any dc kids. All the ones that I had have started school or the parent has been laid off

I wouldn't do it for all of the reasons everyone else mentioned.

If you want to give it a try, though, you could always tell her you're willing to give her a price break temporarily. If another family needs her spots and is willing to pay full price, though, this family who is getting the discount will have to either leave or agree to pay full price at that point. I would add this info to your contract with her and have her sign it before care begins.

[daycare]

ok, so everyone said don't do it.....let me turn the tables and tell you GO for it....I would give them a two week trail and then see how you feel......... I bet you after the first week you will b over it...............

Sorry, not trying to be mean, just thought that if you really really wanted to seek it out that you could always try this as an option. YOu can also do what the PP said and take them on, but will fill the spot with full paying clients as soon as you can fill the spots......

[Little Love Bugs]

I think i am going to call them and tell them I can't do it I just feel so bad

[cheerfuldom]

I think i am going to call them and tell them I can't do it I just feel so bad

why should you feel bad? Walmart doesnt feel bad if you cant afford your groceries...you only get what you can pay for. This isnt a ministry or charity, its a business. There is no way in heck that I would open two hours early each day and take a huge pay cut for any family. I wouldnt do each individual thing let alone both of them.

[Little Love Bugs]

I think the main reason I feel bad is becasue a friend reffered them to me. I had a family that started at 5 before but I didnt mind because they paid me extra so every friday I was reminded why I did it and the family was very sweet.

[Willow]

I think the main reason I feel bad is becasue a friend reffered them to me. I had a family that started at 5 before but I didnt mind because they paid me extra so every friday I was reminded why I did it and the family was very sweet.

If it was a real friend who referred you, they'll understand full well why you aren't on board with taking this family under those circumstances

[daycare]

what willow said...... you have to do what works for you and I am sure your friends can understand that....

[Blackcat31]

I think the main reason I feel bad is becasue a friend reffered them to me. I had a family that started at 5 before but I didnt mind because they paid me extra so every friday I was reminded why I did it and the family was very sweet.

That was very nice of your friend but did she refer then to you because she assumed you were going to discount your services?

If so, tell her to make sure she refers families who are able to pay your rates and not send ones who have financial issues.

I am super grateful for referrals but not if they are only doing it because they think I'll give them a deal.

[Little Love Bugs]

she doesn't know my rates unless she has looked at my website. I called the home daycares in my area and only one other provider in my area said they would do it

[daycare]

she doesn't know my rates unless she has looked at my website. I called the home daycares in my area and only one other provider in my area said they would do it

are you sure that lady had all her marbles??? jk....


well,we are not you...you do have the final say in this and can take our advice or try it out...worst thing that can happen is that it does not work out.......

If you do try it, make it very very clear that you are offering SPECIAL hours for only them and special pricing for only them. Also let them know that there will be a two week paid trial and if it is not working out for you, no hard feelings and you go separate ways...

I have friends that refer people to me all the time, none of my friends know my rates or really too much about my daycare.

maybe you can make a website so your friends can tell people about you that way???

[Heidi]

DOnt feel bad!

Well, I've considered your request, but after looking at my budget, I really can't give up 2 spots at a discounted rate. I'd love you have your children here, and I don't mind the extra hours, but I really can't negotiate on the tuition amount".

No apology, but you are being sweet & professional

[heather]

I would say yes to the extra hours if I thought I wouldn't mind working those hours. I would say yes to the discount if the family seemed nice and the children fit well into the existing group and didn't need anything extra (like extra hours).
I think if it is a good match then some compromises are ok... If your work day is going to be pleasant then you don't worry so much about being paid a bit less or starting earlier. But if it is not your client of choice then just wait for someone else to come along...

[e.j.]

I didnt mind because they paid me extra so every friday I was reminded why I did it and the family was very sweet.

But this family won't be paying extra - they'll be paying you less than your regular rate. Instead of being reminded of why you did it, you'll be wondering why you did it and it won't feel sweet for very long.