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Time and materials

A contract where the client pays for the time actually spent, usually at a day rate, plus costs. Often shortened to T&M.

A plain-English explanation of how this usually works, not legal advice. Rules differ between countries and change over time, so check your own situation. Disclaimer.

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It's time and materials, so the bill depends on how long it takes.

Also called T&M.

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