Hi, all, I have a client engagement where the estimated fee for month one was paid up front. It turns out the estimate was on the nose.

I was going to send the client an invoice netting to $0, showing the retainer, the hours/fees, and the resulting zero. There is obviously nothing more to pay for month one.

Is this weird or is it good practice to ensure we are on the same page regarding finances?

Obviously in subsequent months the invoices will be for actual nonzero amounts… I could use “typical practice” advice for this first month though. Thank you!!