Content writing pricing?

[OregonLO]

What is a "standard' for someone to write articles for you? Is there some typical pricing in the industry...

I'm actually about to build a mortgage website so I'm looking for someone to write some content. I'm a pretty good writer and could do it on my own but I don't have that kind of time and would benefit more from someone who I can pay to write it for me..

But of course I don't want to be overcharged :)

[chrishummel]

I don't think there is a standard. The old saying, "you get what you pay for," probably applies. Good luck.

[deanac24]

Pricing really depends on several factors including the amount of words and the quality of the work. The amount of time for research is also factored in.

[OregonLO]

that makes sense...I'm just wondering what is "paying too much" in regards to it. Obviously it can vary but I wouldn't want to pay $150 for an article that someone else would have done for $50...that's what I was really getting at. I guess it'll take some researching on my part. :)

thanks for the info.

[ColoradoHomeHelper]

I employ a full time copywriter and offer people free content in exchange for a link..If you are interested PM me..Actually anyone that wants content PM me

I have done work for others on this board and all have been pleased with our work, happy to provide examples.

[Traume]

The whole purpose of website content is strictly for the search engines. Period.

With that in mind, unless you're targeting a small niche on the internet, why pay someone to come up with your content. There are tons of public domain content on the web. Do a search sometime and you'll be surprised.

[tarheit]

If you are generating content strictly for search engines, it may pay off in the short run, but not in the long run.

Remember, the purpose of web pages is for users. Search engines are trying to rank things based on the value and importance to the end users, not to search engines. They may not be good at it right now, but they are improving. They take into account duplicate content and how many times people have linked to your content, etc.

So design your site, and write your content for the user. Stay on topic and make it useful for them. In the long run it will benefit the user and your site far more than copying the same articles everyone else can get.

-Tim

[Traume]

Google rules the world...

[margie_writer]

I know a lot of people are hiring fresh-out-of-school Business and English majors for this kind of work. They're eager for experience and cheaper than seasoned professionals, although not as well-versed in certain areas. Anyhow, it might be better to go with someone you can train for a better price since it's all web content.

[amberstar702]

There is a BIG difference between "seasoned professionals" and kids out of school when it comes to content writing - especially in real estate. Our clients are able to give us a basic explanation of their needs and we can intuit what they want and give it to them without having them dot the i's and cross the t's for us. That knowledge is something that, of course, only comes with experience.

It is interesting to observe the time spent on exchanges by some real estate agents here about saving a few dollars on the content for their all-important website and the attitudes of others who realize the importance of presenting relevant, unique content for the users - NOT only to satisfy the search engines. A very telling picture on the attitudes of the agents overall!

[ChristianOC]

500 word articles can range from $15 all the way up to $250. It just depends on the quality you are looking for.

Are these articles you are going to use for article marketing? Or strictly for website content?

[OregonLO]

It has been a while since I've checked in on this post..Thanks for the input guys.

I'm about to build my mortgage site and my fiancee already has a real estate site and we need to add content to her site and I'll want to get mine going and I just don't have the time.

So yes, it is for search rankings but I want it to also catch a persons eye. I want my potential clients to actually want to read the information being provided.

[OregonLO]

500 word articles can range from $15 all the way up to $250. It just depends on the quality you are looking for.

Are these articles you are going to use for article marketing? Or strictly for website content?


Do you do content writing? I realize it can range by quite a few dollars so I'm wondering who offers a fair price but also has solid content for my website...

I'm just not sure who to use for this feature.

[gcalcines]

500 word articles can range from $15 all the way up to $250. It just depends on the quality you are looking for.

Are these articles you are going to use for article marketing? Or strictly for website content?

That is quite expensive. You could get good quality and
original content for your website at better prices.
A copywriter usually charges $0.01 per word so a 500 word
article will cost you about $5. Of course you have to make
sure they can write about you niche. They can send you
samples of work done for others and review them before
you decide is the right person to do the job.

Best of luck!!

[jimkimmons]

I wouldn't want $0.01/word content on my site. I do web copy writing, as well as write for several of my own sites and blogs. It's hard to quote until you know the nature of the content, more than the length, as it's a knowledge and research thing.

I freelance through guru.com (http://www.guru.com), where you can post your project and get bids. Generally, a 400 - 600 word article from me will run between $30 and $75. I've written hundreds of web pages in those and longer word lengths. The key is to have good content that visitors want and need, then work for the search engines second.

[amberstar702]

That is quite expensive. You could get good quality and
original content for your website at better prices.
A copywriter usually charges $0.01 per word so a 500 word
article will cost you about $5. Of course you have to make
sure they can write about you niche. They can send you
samples of work done for others and review them before
you decide is the right person to do the job.

Best of luck!!

Where did you get the idea that a copywriter usually charges 1 cent per word? A 500 word article for $5??? :eek: You would NOT want to have articles on your website that are written for one cent per word. As my mother always told me - and what I and most of humanity have realized - is that you get what you pay for. Are you aware of the time it takes to research an article? Do you know that $5 an hour is less than minimum wage in the United States?

A capable writer must have a good vocabulary and knowledge of grammar and spelling as well as how to string these words together to make the article interesting for the reader - in addition to pleasing the search engines. All this takes more than an hour. Plus the content should be reviewed for any possible errors.

I refer to those individuals who bargain with copywriters and look to get work done cheaply and those copywriters who will sell their skills cheaply as "bottom feeders". :(

[nitinvyas]

I can write for you and that too quickly. I have a team. We can write on relationship basis or per article basis. For 1200 $ a month we can write like 100 articles for you

[gcalcines]

Well you can go to DP forums and check the rates there.
It won't hurt to see what king of content you can get for that price.
Some may charge a little more, but that is about it.

[amberstar702]

Perhaps if you look around long enough, you will find a writer who will create your content and pay YOU for the privilege of working for you! :p Fortunately, we have arrived at the point where we can afford to work only for the type of person who appreciates what we have to offer. This is the type of person who has a well done website and wants it on the first page.

I envision a scene with several writers at the side of a road, each like a peddler sitting on his own blanket. The customer walks down the road and each writer calls out, "Hire me, hire me. I will work cheaper than he will. Whatever his price, I will do it for less." How demeaning..........

[nitinvyas]

Well..... There are two things involved in Content Writing, one is if you want good informative content to be written for your site... that is going to be expensive. However if you are looking to do content only for search engines , thats easy to write and gets optimized quickly. I do SEO for sites as well and apart from me I have several content writers working for me and I charge according to the quality of work to be produced and being a businessman I have to judge what a person wants and would his pocket allow what I am going to ask for.

Guys, for search engines quantity matters as much as quality.

[nitinvyas]

LOL....... Amber's comment. That would be some scene and a comment I wont forget. You are right Amber, you get low priced stuff from peddlers but quality is always the issue.

[HomeSurfer]

It is interesting to observe the time spent on exchanges by some real estate agents here about saving a few dollars on the content for their all-important website and the attitudes of others who realize the importance of presenting relevant, unique content for the users - NOT only to satisfy the search engines. A very telling picture on the attitudes of the agents overall!

Several good points.

[Jade456]

LOL. Amber has a point. Just because its the cheapest doesn't mean its the best bargain.

[nitinvyas]

I agree Jade, however if you were writing for news paper or doing a press release money would never be an issue but if you you want your site to be updated everyday with new content and you have to keep a copywriter who would charge 2500$ a month, don't you think its expensive?

[gcalcines]

I agree Jade, however if you were writing for news paper or doing a press release money would never be an issue but if you you want your site to be updated everyday with new content and you have to keep a copywriter who would charge 2500$ a month, don't you think its expensive?
Totally agree. You got to the point.

[beer234]

I can tell you that I pay a company called ArticlesAndContent.com $10 for 0-250 words and $13 for 251 - 400 words and it goes up from there. They do a good job researching and writing and have always been happy to fix anything I didn't like. I've also hired some less expensive ones at elance.com but it's hit or miss and you deffinetly get what you pay for.

Good Luck!

John

[jimkimmons]

Another good source is Constant-Content.com. (http://www.constant-content.com)

All content run through editors. Choose level of license you want. Real estate content there. All content run through Copyscape to assure originality.

[ken24]

Of course, someone who's profession is really into the field of content writing or a writer because they are good in writing articles.
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[lebron23]

Outsource a content writer for your site.. For sure you cannot be over charged for that..:)
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[Desmond]

Ask any acomplished author on what the difference is between a professional and an amateur writer. Chances are, they will tell you the same thing: research.

When considering a fair priece for an article or editorial, consider how many verifiable facts, statistics and pieces of useful information it contains. They are what your readers base your legitimacy and reputation on.

Just my humble opinion...