If you would like to buyout your Freedom Maker, please take the following steps:

1. First, evaluate whether Buyout is the right fit for you by using our assessment tool below**.**
2. Refer to your contract for the Buyout fee, or email us for details. The fee drops nearly 50% after one year to encourage longevity, protecting both clients and Freedom Makers.
3. Talk with your Freedom Maker to make sure he/she agrees to your terms and conditions. If so, fill out our Buyout form or contact the Client Success Team.
4. Once we receive the form:
   1. We will check in with your Freedom Maker to verify we are all on the same page.
   2. We will invoice you for the Buyout fee.
   3. If there is a negative balance in Ivy, we will send you a separate invoice.
   4. Once the fee and balance are paid, you can start working with your Freedom Maker immediately.
   5. We close out your assignment and process any remaining hours as specified in the form.
5. Review our tools below think through what you need to do to bring on your Freedom Maker directly, as well as to prepare for personnel transitions.

Steps to Prepare for Hiring.pdf

Preparing Ahead for Personnel Transitions (1).pdf

• The Buyout Fee Explained