According to SitePoint contributor Alyssia Gregory, the top five things to consider before entering any kind of barter agreement are:
- Evaluate the Value
- Check References
- Use a Written Agreement
- Keep Open Lines of Communication
- Don’t Forget About Taxes
As a barter industry insider, I think that Alyssa has done an ok job, but has neglected to consider that one of the biggest considerations is whether to use a barter exchange or not. In my experience, all five of Alyssa’s considerations disappear when dealing with a reputable and responsible barter exchange.
What do you think?
See the full article at http://www.sitepoint.com/blogs/2010/03/29/bartering-considerations/
