IS BILLING YOUR CLIENTS IN ADVANCE EVER OKAY?

Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

Creatives are split on billing clients in advance for unused budget: it can work as a sign of trust and smart cash flow management, but only with clear contracts, defined scope, non-refundability, and expiry dates. Without those safeguards, it often leads to tax issues, scope creep, and strained client relationships, making “it depends” the most common—and wisest—answer.