I have an opening that has been available for over a month. The only emails i have recieved have been for the fall or people asking how much and never hearing from them again when i inform them that i discuss rates in a phone or personal interview. Other than that the well seems pretty dry in my area. Ideally I would like the spot filled right away but i decided to interview with a family for a september placement. She is a teacher and doesnt need summer care so i adjusted the rate to cover some of the loss of income. Very nice family, lovely little guy but if they decide they want the spot it means holding the space for months. I did not put in place aholding fee, i didnt feel comfortable with it. I really needed the income asap as my daughter is off to university in the fall so cash is needed. however if i wait it out, i may lose anyone who is looking for september. I think that the family will agree to a day or two a week starting in August possibly. any thoughts?