Use when raising your rates for existing or returning clients. Gives sufficient notice, states the new rate clearly, and keeps the tone professional rather than apologetic. You don't need to justify a rate increase — this template acknowledges the change, thanks them for the relationship, and moves on.
Subject
Updated rates starting [date]
Body
Hi [Client Name],
I wanted to let you know that my rates will be updated starting [date].
My new rate for [service] will be [new rate]. This update reflects [brief reason, if you want to include one].
Any work confirmed before [date] can still be booked at the current rate. Ongoing projects already in progress will [remain unchanged / move to the new rate on date].
Thanks for your continued trust, [Your Name]
Once you increase your rate, FileDue's deposit-first flow makes the new rate easier to enforce.
Get paid before delivery →Scope
Use when a client asks for extra work that was not included in the original agreement.
Payment
Use before work starts when you need a deposit to confirm scope, timeline, or booking.
Onboarding
Use when sending a proposal and you want to frame the next step clearly.