Quote Originally Posted by mickyc View Post
Contract is a full set of rules in writing. Nothing is missed or forgotten. There is no playing dumb after the fact because it is all in black and white- everyone has agreed!

I have had parents say my contract is too strict - no problem - if you don't like it I don't want you as a family. The one I just signed on for September said my contract was perfect and that's exactly what kind of provider she was looking for. It also cuts down on my interview as they have already read it and often come with next to no questions as it is already all written out!
I'm the same. When someone wants to schedule an interview, I send them a copy of my contract first, so they know what they are getting into. If they don't like the terms, they don't come. I'm not willing to negotiate anything in the contract or nickel and dime with someone.

I've dealt with too many families in the past that like to make up their own rules as they go along or try to get me to change my hours or policies. At least I know that when they sign, they agree to all terms and I can refer back to it with them if I have to.