Originally Posted by grandmom:
I increase rates substantially with new families. So a family with an infant who started here 6 months ago pays less than one who starts this week. Then I raise rates a little bit every year in March. It isn't a set amount, or even a set percentage. Partly, it's what I think I can get for that spot, while keeping in mind what other local places charge.
I just charge the new rate for new families. The longer I'm in business, the more I know, more skills/experience = more pay.
I did however up everyone's rate 10 years ago when I first started since I was super cheap! No one complained.