Question: I am concerned about keeping my rates to a minimum.  What can be done to minimize rate increases?

Answer: Rate increases are a reality for all segments of businesses and can’t be stopped.  They can, however, be minimized.  In fact, we have taken tremendous steps to keep our rate increases as low as possible. 

Our primary method of doing this is to introduce technology and automation in areas where it can reduce the work of our staff.  This allows them to work more effectively and efficiently.  In addition, automation allows us to continue to provide personal service while adding the greatest value to our clients.

Overall, our rate increases over the years have averaged below the rate of inflation.  We are proud of this fact and it is our goal to continue working to keep costs minimal.  Like other businesses, our biggest expenses are labor and infrastructure.  As with other businesses, the cost of labor and overhead increases every year. 

We also spend a great deal on technology and our phone network.  Although portions of these categories have decreased such as computers and long distance, other areas have increased substantially.  Those increases have a significant impact on our annual budget.  The overall expenses increase over time, just like for any organization.

Even with our moderate rate increases, we continue to provide a highly efficient service that offers significant savings over hiring additional employees. 

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