Control your payments
Milestones
Milestones let you split a project into clear stages and release payment only when each stage is completed and approved. It’s the safest way to manage work on HireUHelp.
What are milestones?
Milestones break a job into smaller steps. Each step is funded and paid separately using SafePay.
- Each stage has its own payment
- You stay in control of your budget
- Payments are tied to completed work
- Works for small or large projects
Why use milestones?
Milestones reduce risk and improve communication between employers and Pros.
- No paying for unfinished work
- Clear expectations at every stage
- Easier to manage complex projects
- Protected by SafePay
How milestones work
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Break the job into stages
Define clear steps such as design, delivery, or final approval.
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Fund each milestone
Use credits to fund a milestone. HireUHelp holds the payment securely.
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Work is completed
The Pro completes the agreed stage of work.
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Review and approve
You review the work and approve it before releasing payment.
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Release payment
Once approved, payment is released and the next milestone can begin.
When should you use milestones?
- Medium to large projects
- Projects with multiple deliverables
- Longer timelines
- Any job where you want maximum control
Milestones are optional, but they offer the highest level of protection for both employers and Pros.