What It Means to Work with a 1099 Contractor

Payment Process & Plans

At  Sparx of Joy, LLC, we aim to make the payment process smooth and transparent for our clients. Below, we outline how paying for our consulting services works and how we structure payment plans.

1. Initial Deposit (One Month Contract - Down Payment)

To begin any project, we require a One Month's Contract's Work deposit of the total agreed-upon project cost. This non-refundable deposit secures your spot in our schedule and allows us to begin working on your project.

Why the Deposit?
The deposit ensures commitment from both parties and helps cover initial preparation and research time.

When is the Deposit Due?
The deposit is due immediately upon agreement and signing of the contract. Work will not begin until the deposit is received.

2. Payment Structure for Projects

We offer flexible payment plans for our clients based on the project size and scope:

For Smaller Projects (Under $2,000):

One Month's Contract Total Hours Deposit Required (based on agreed project time/rate)

The remaining 75% is due upon project completion and delivery of final materials.

For Larger Projects (Over $2,000):

25% deposit to initiate the project.

An additional 25% is due midway through the project (this milestone will be outlined in the contract).

The final 50% is due upon completion of the project and before the final deliverables are handed over.

3. Custom Payment Plans

For longer-term or ongoing projects, we offer custom payment plans to suit your budget and project timeline. These plans can be negotiated and must be agreed upon before the start of work.

Example Custom Plan:

25% deposit upfront.

Monthly installments of the remaining balance over the project duration, due on specific dates outlined in the contract.

4. Payment Methods

We accept the following payment methods:

Credit/Debit Cards

PayPal

Bank Transfers (ACH)

Other methods can be discussed on case by case basis 

5. Final Payment & Delivery

The final payment must be made before the delivery of any final work products. We will notify you when the project is complete, and once the payment is received, we will deliver all final materials in the agreed format (e.g., documents, reports, or other project outputs).

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What happens if I miss a payment?
We understand that unforeseen circumstances may occur. If a payment is missed, we will provide a 7-day grace period. After this, late fees may apply, and project work may be paused until the payment is received.

Q: Can I get a refund on the deposit?
Unfortunately, the 25% deposit is non-refundable as it covers the initial time and resources spent preparing for the project. However, if you need to cancel, we will work with you to ensure the remaining payments are not required.