Jen
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You can say "after keeping my rates at the same for the past 2 years I regretably have to increase my rates this year."
I don't think any further explanation is needed or if you are really close to the people you can say that it's due to the cost of living increase, the price of gas, etc. Everything goes up annually so this should not be a huge shock to them. |
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GoldieMeg
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How about something like:
"Due to rising costs, it has become necessary for me to make a small increase in rates. I appreciate that this is never good news for parents, but I have not put my rates up in two years, and I hope that despite this necessary increase in fees, you will still consider that I provide a good quality, value for money service."
Mortgage rates have gone up again, fuel prices are through the roof, you can't absorb all of these costs forever. Most private nurseries increase their fees every year as a matter of course. |
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I hate friggin' crybabies
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"your kids are brats and I need the extra money to pay for a therapist for myself after watching them all day." |
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thekid3477
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dear customer,
please bend over an grab your ankles....
thankfully yours,
boss |
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tnt4all
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tell them straight -
after two years of the same rate you find that you have to increase your rate to stay competitive int eh field.....
youve matured and grown - (hopfully) and shoudl be compensated for your efforts ) |
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Nissy
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Dear Customer:
These past two years that I have been in business have been wonderful. I have tried to offer the most competitive rate, but as most of you know, the economy is pretty difficult right now. Due to rising costs, I have seen myself forced to raise my prices a bit. I will still be offering the best price that i can, as I cherish your business greatly. Starting______, the new price will be $___. If you have any concerns, please contact me to discuss them. I look forward to continuing to provide you with the best service.
Sincerely,
_______ |
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teresaneff
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It's very hard to increase your standard rates with people who are used to paying a certain price for childcare. Approach them individualy and in person. Be personable explaining as to why you have to raise your rates or suggest that they bring their own diapers, snacks or meals. Most people realize that childcare workers do a very good job for little money and if their children are well looked after they will understand. Try not to raise the rate to high for the parents that you have now but increase your rates for any new clients. I had to do this to my clients and I lost some and some gave me a hard time. Give your notice if they are uncooperative. You don't honestly do it because you love children, this is your job and you should get a raise just as your clients do.
Good luck this is a hard thing to do. |
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Sonny Walkman
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Most answers on here sum it up well.
As a PS you could also tell them that you have an expensive and lavish lifestyle to maintain and cant do it on your current rates. |
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Tiger Tantric
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It's gone up so cough up, |
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Indiana Jones
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Need more money so we can improve the curriculum to study the children's favorite philosopher: Play-Doh." |
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cactusjoe
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Just tell them why you have to increase your rates.Most people will get pissed but every thing else is going up.That's why minimum wages don't get raised every year,it causes everything to go up.This last raise will cause everything to go up.Tell them your cost to childmind is costing you more so you have to go up on your rates.Good luck. |
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johninmelb
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You could take an honest approach, a guilt trip approach, or a humorous approach perhaps?
Honest:
"I am sure you will appreciate that I have managed to avoid any increase in my charges since I first started my business. Unfortunately, due to the increasing cost of living ..."
Guilt Trip:
"While I'm protecting your most valued treasure, unfortunately the rest of the world has been raising its prices, and now I have to do the same ..."
or maybe
"I know you want the best for your children. Unfortunately, with inflation, this costs ever more to provide. Because of this ..."
Humorous:
Actually, I can't think of anything. Maybe some joke about what they could expect from a budget childminder?
Good luck with it. |
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Ying
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Go to microsoft office online. You can download templates that reference your increase in rates. |
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☆BTriX☆
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Start with saying "To my valued customers". Then make sure to refer to increase in cost of living, economy, etc. They will understand - if they've been with you for 2 years they'll pay a few extra quid. |
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♥ Mary ♥
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Something along the lines of, due to rising costs of electic, gas and water (food even) I an raising my rates....However much per week. If you try to keep the raise to a minimum it'll make a lot more parents happier. Like if you only watched 5 children and raised rates $10 per week that'll fetch you $200 more a month. |
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Bailey B
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Due to the increase in my temper and the loss of my patience I have found it necessary to offset the onset of mental brake down with an increase in charges. I have to put up with them while you are out enjoying yourselves,how valuable am I!! |
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Siine
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dear customers,
im afraid i will have to raise rates on the goods in my store to keep up with the increasing rates of todays world. i hope i do not lose ur business and will do all i can to keep rates reasonable b/c i know that the world is changing and our wallets are the ones suffering.
u might want to add a little more to it tho |
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zanoshi
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put stuff about increased costs over the past two years and point out that you haven't increase costs in the 2 years. thank everyone for their trust in you take care of their children and hope that they'll continue to send them your way.
you'll probably get some who are not happy with it but you can't please everyone and you have to think of yourself.
hope that helps |
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Monica G
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Given the realities of the day, namely increases in fuel and food expenses, effective [date] I will be increasing my rates to _____ in order to be able to continue to provide you with quality service. |
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hang_on_sloopy
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Make sure you break the news softly. I would at least start the letter thanking them for their business and telling them how you're honored that they trust you enough to work with their children, etc.
I would point out the fact that your prices HAVE stayed the same for the last two years. But, with economic changes/fluctuations etc....you need to raise the price in order to serve them to the best of your ability.
Hope that helps! |
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Smurfetta
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Dear Valued Parent,
As you are aware, it seems that prices are rising daily. It is with regret that I inform you of an increase for my services.
I have given this a great deal of thought and, in order to stay competative in this market, as well as cover operating expenses, the increase will begin on MM/DD/YY in the amount of $00.00.
Thank you in advance for your anticipated understanding regarding this matter.
If you have any questions, or concerns please do not hesitate to make an appoint to discuss this change. |
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Yes,
Tell your customers the truth, that it has been 2 years and things are more expensive than they uste to be and you have to raise rates to stay in business and give them the service they expect and require |
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Thomas G
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The first thing I would inform you is that if you want to get at least one answer that is even remotely professional in nature, then you should use the word "in" instead of "on" when referring to the contents of one of your letters. As for informing your customers of your added costs it might be benificial to inform them of an added service that you are providing, or about information that you have concerning the inflated cost of living in the area that you live. These two little doozies might keep the majority of your major clients from jumping ship and wrecking somewhere else after the news! |
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Donna M
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As a childminder, I expect your relationship with your customers is reasonably informal, so your letter can be too.
Just tell them that you're sorry you're springing this on them, but for the following reasons you feel it's necessary to increase your rates. Let them know that you're happy to chat about any concerns they may have over this.
Don't worry about it though, a good childminder is worth her weight in gold - a few extra quid a week won't have them running for the hills. |
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photogrl262000
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Dear Customer
Due to today's tough economic situation I am sorry to announce that after two years of giving you the current child care rate I will need to raise my rates to $ .
The new rate will become effective......
Something along that line anyway. |
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whatevit
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Stay away from excuses; I would suggest:
Dear Customer: Our rates shall be changing on (XXX) the new rate is (XXXX). I know that this hardship will be bad for some of my best customers but I have to be fair to everyone involve. |
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LETIPE
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ATREVANSE A PROBAR LO QUE DE VERDAD ES SANO!!!!!
la mejor manera esta en la comunicación de tus sentimientos =) |
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margarita
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due to increased expenses of supplies and materials (gas, food, etc), and the demanding amount of work, prices will change from 0 to 5 beginning Friday.....
something like that, except well written! |
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MAC
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You start off by thanking them for there business. That your rates have not been raised in 2 yrs. But with the increase of items needed to run the business you will be increasing child care cost. If they have any comments call you and you can speak with them to address any concrens. Give them at least a month notice. i could come up with a formal letter but you'll have to email me meggyannc@yahoo.com |
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classyladyonly
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Say "Due to the increase of cost of living im sorry to have to inform you that i will have to increase my childcare rate to" what ever your new price will be. Hope this helps. |
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Child of God
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Due to todays economy there will be an increase on the rates........ |
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