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Retainer Calculator
Calculate retainer pricing and compare billing models
Retainer Calculator
Calculate retainer pricing, compare billing models, and determine optimal retainer structures for your Dutch freelance business.
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ℹ️ Understanding Retainers
What is a retainer?
A retainer is a recurring payment arrangement where clients pay a fixed monthly fee for a predetermined amount of work or availability.
Benefits of retainers
- Predictable income: Guaranteed monthly revenue
- Client commitment: Long-term relationship building
- Work-life balance: Better capacity planning
- Cash flow: Advance payment structure
Common retainer structures in NL
- 10 hours/month: Light support (€750-€1,200)
- 20 hours/month: Regular engagement (€1,400-€2,400)
- 40 hours/month: Dedicated resource (€2,600-€4,800)
Overage work
Work beyond retainer hours is typically billed at 125-150% of the included hour rate to compensate for less predictable work and priority scheduling.
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