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[quote=Anonymous]I was referred to a family by a regular client and need to find a way to politely turn them down without burning a bridge. I live in SF and my usual rate is $30/hr. I met an out of town family who was really sweet and agreed to babysit for then at $20/hr only because I literally never saw the kids, they were always asleep when I arrived and it was just basic babysitting in a hotel. I work for them all the time when they come to town and I'm fine with $20/hr for that type of gig. This family put me in touch with their friends who are in town, who need care during the day for their 10 month old twins. Again, I was only going to charge $20/hr because of my existing relationship with their friends. A big discount, in SF!! I work for my regular family at $30/hr but they are away for the summer (I have guaranteed hours so I'm still paid but was going to work at but while they're away). Anyway, the family would like to pay me $12/hr. I understand where they come from (another country) this is a normal rate, but I was really insulted. That's not even minimum wage in California!! It's twins, daytime hours and the parents are home all day which is not an easy job. How do I politely email them to let them know I am unwilling to work for this rate, without burning a bridge with the family who recommended me? I need to write a polite message. [/quote]

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