What all do I include in my contracts with clients?

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Question  from JL Photography: “I was just wondering how to go about creating a contract for my photo’s. I dont have a “buisness licence” however I have been shooting alot of sessions for the last year and a half. I’m not really sure what I can put in this contract or how to go about creating one. But I have been booking alot of weddings and engagment sessions. Please anyone can help me or give me adivce i would greatly appreciate it.”

Lindsey:I purchased Rachel Brenke’s legal forms…they are quick, easy, and have the ability to be customized with your information…ie logo and business name…

Bernadette: What she said ^^^^^ Rachel Brenke forms. Read all about Rachel and you’ll be thankful you invested your money into her legal forms.

Silver: Go over to my Facebook page Silver Lane photography! I am giving away $150 to spend in Rachel Brenke shop!! I will also be releasing a coupon code to her shop this week;)

Jael: You can find some on etsy

JLE: I’m definatly interested in this!

Jacqueline: Bp4u amazing legal forms!!! You can customize to what you need!!

Kelli: Get legally in business first.

Selena: Just going to put this out here… Why would you make a contract under your business name if you haven’t registered said name yet?! Anyone can come along and register the name you’re doing business under and claim your work and legal agreements as their own if you don’t claim and register your name ASAP! This is very scary situation to be in and can be so easily avoided if you run on over to your local government building to register your business name. Please please do this right away!

Stephanie: Tagging along for this.

Shannon: Good stuff!!

Cassandra: Tag….

Kimberly: Rachel Brenke – Business Consultant & Photographer  check her site out. She has great advice and awesome contract

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