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Installment & milestone payments
This page explains how WDA can structure project fees over time—tied to delivery phases instead of a single upfront payment. It is for transparency only; binding terms are always set in your individual proposal or contract.
1. Payment models
Milestone-based payments. You pay as agreed deliverables are reached—so spend tracks progress instead of one large upfront invoice.
Phased delivery. Large projects are split into clear phases. Each phase has a scope checkpoint and a matching payment step.
Retainer + build mix. Combine a steady monthly slice for strategy or content with fixed build phases when you ship larger pieces.
Enterprise-style terms. For larger organisations we can align with procurement, approvals and internal governance—documented in the contract.
2. Example milestone split
Many projects use a three-step split similar to the one below. Your quote may use different percentages or more steps—only the signed agreement counts.
- 30% — project start. Kickoff: scope locked, access and plan in place. Percentages are examples only.
- 40% — build phase. Core work in agreed slices; invoices follow the milestones you sign off.
- 30% — launch & handover. Final checks, go-live support and handover.
3. Eligibility
We offer phased payments when the work can be broken into clear outcomes and a minimum budget makes the administration sensible for both sides. We need a written scope and timeline so payments can map to real deliverables. Installment-style terms apply from a certain project value—your proposal states the threshold.
4. Questions & answers
- Is every project eligible?
- No. We offer structured payments when scope, budget and risk fit. Your proposal will say if it applies.
- Is this a loan or financing?
- No. It is a payment schedule in your project agreement with WDA—not third-party financing.
- What if the scope changes?
- We update milestones, delivery dates and payment steps in writing so everything stays aligned.
- Are there hidden fees?
- Fees and schedules are stated in the quote or contract before you commit—no surprise line items.
- Can larger clients use custom terms?
- Yes. Enterprise and procurement-heavy setups can use tailored schedules and approval-friendly wording.
