How much do you include??

[RobsChica]

What if you're flexible on your comp based on the family's means? Not that I'm out gold-digging on IPs. I've just run across some who don't have quite the normal budget. And others that I feel would be okay with the 'standard' comp. I don't feel comfortable really going above the low side of average comp because I'm unproven. and while I have a plan in mind to help alleviate IPs concerns about banking all their hope on me, I don't want to be unreasonable even on the comp aspect.

Not sure if any of that makes sense...

Then you would state your desired comp and say that it's negotiable. Once you speak to IP's and ask what they've budgeted, then you can negotiate your comp. If you sell yourself short from the outset you'll be treated poorly, I fear.

[LauraElizabeth]

Well I have had my ad up for a couple of days and have received quite a few replies. Holy moly do you guys reply to every single person? Do you go and fill out every questionnaire that you are directed to by someone that is soliciting you from an agency? Everyone has been very pleasant but I don't really know if any of them actually read what I wrote?????!! My husband said to me today- you better be careful or you are going to end up pregnant. Ummm I think I have a little control over that one.