1. Fort Smith-specific tax handling
- State sales tax: 6.5%. Local jurisdictions in Fort Smith may add their own rate — verify with your local tax assessor.
- Late fees: AR statute Ark. Const. art. 19, §13 caps interest on unpaid invoices at 1.5% per month.
2. Standard web designer line items
- Design + build — billed by flat.
- Hourly customization — billed by hour (~$95 default).
- Hosting setup — billed by passthrough.
3. Payment terms that work in Fort Smith
Net 14 is standard for web designers. Most web designers in competitive markets like Fort Smith require a 50% deposit upfront before scheduling work. Accept card and ACH on the invoice itself — Fort Smith customers expect a one-click payment link in their inbox.
4. Licensing & disclosures
No license required.
Metro
Fort Smith
State
AR
Net terms
14 days
Deposit
50%