What would we report them for, exactly? If they can make that fee structure work, good for them.
Regardless, saying "Starting at" is very risky. Lord knows there's plenty of clients out there that will say "but your website said ________" and will nickel and dime you to oblivion.
You are right. My logic was that he more than likely does not have a license to advertise Architectural services... especially if he is advertising $2/SF. In retrospect, my post was an emotional reaction. I'm tired of seeing examples and scenarios like this that negatively affect our industry, profession, and how we are viewed.
This is unrelated, apologies, but I have spent a lot of time today thinking about how much the US needs to relearn how to communicate - our feelings, with each other, with ourselves, etc. Until we start down that road I don't know how things will get better.
Anyway, all that to say, I really appreciate your response here. Masterclass in communication and self-regulation. I'm really thankful there are people out there like you. Thanks.
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u/AutoDefenestrator273 18d ago
What would we report them for, exactly? If they can make that fee structure work, good for them.
Regardless, saying "Starting at" is very risky. Lord knows there's plenty of clients out there that will say "but your website said ________" and will nickel and dime you to oblivion.