It is recommended that fees be charged on the basis of time spent and costs involved in handling the commission. This includes analysis of the problems, researching records, assessing the results, preparing reports and payment of expenses incurred on behalf of the client. An agreed sum of money is required before the commencement of a project. At the expiration of the advance it remains with the client to decide whether he or she wishes to continue.
Please expect to pay more than $44 per hour for the services of a record agent and $55 per hour for the services of a genealogist. These rates include GST where applicable. Members with wide experience, or specialising in unusually difficult research problems may charge considerably more. Always request specific details of charges from your selected member before authorising any research.
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