DO NOT invite me to housewarming parties, weddings, baby showers, graduations, etc... if you don’t include me in cookouts, coffee breaks, movie dates, girls night or any other gatherings. it’s so offensive to think someone wants to dish out money on your life milestones without actually including them in your life progressions.
HOT TAKE: Trying to negotiate down a custom price is ALWAYS in poor taste. Creators' rates reflect what they feel their time/effort is worth, not what YOU wish it cost. If it's outside your budget, don't haggle over someone's livelihood! Politely pass, move on, or try to save up.