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Why are software estimates expensive?<\/h1>\n

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When it comes to software development projects, requesting a \u201cfree\u201d estimate may seem like a cost-effective choice. But, in fact, it frequently leads to a whole host of hidden expenses.<\/h3>\n

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First, it takes time and resources for an expert to properly evaluate, define, and price your project.<\/p>\n

If you’re seeking out a free quote, you aren’t properly valuing the expertise of a reputable Software Engineer to consult and provide a clear-sighted fixed price for your project’s implementation.<\/p>\n

Second, free estimates often don’t factor in the cost of revisions, project scope changes, and unforeseen setbacks that often arise in software development.<\/p>\n

The end result? Greater confusion and unexpected costs that could have been avoided had a proper, fee-based analysis been conducted in the first place. So, while the lure of \u201cfree\u201d might be tempting, it’s wise to look beyond the surface and consider the long-term costs.<\/p>\n

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If you can’t describe what you are doing as a process, you don’t know what you’re doing.<\/span><\/p>\n

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