How Kiwi Tradies Are Keeping More of Their Hard-Earned Cash
We’re making a big shift in how platforms like us operate, and New Zealand tradies are getting right behind it.
If you’ve used other platforms to find work, you’re probably familiar with success fees. For those who aren’t, a success fee is a percentage cut that platforms take from each job you secure through their service. The idea is that you only pay when you get work, but in reality, it can feel like you're constantly handing over a chunk of your hard-earned cash.
Many of the big players in the market use this model. On the surface, it seems fair, but let’s be real - it’s tough out there. When you’re trying to make ends meet, every dollar counts. Those success fees add up quickly, and before you know it, a decent slice of your income is gone.
Why We’re Different
At Trades Up, we’re all about keeping things transparent and straightforward. That’s why we’ve ditched the success fees entirely.
Instead, we’re going with a subscription model. You pay a flat monthly fee, and that’s it - no hidden charges, no surprise deductions. You keep 100% of what you earn.
We made this move because we believe you deserve to take home everything you work for. Times are tough, and we want to make sure our tradies have more money in their pockets to support themselves and their whānau. We’re not here to nickel-and-dime you; we’re here to help you grow your business.
Transparency
We’ve noticed that a lot of platforms out there aren’t exactly transparent about their fees. At Trades Up, transparency isn’t just a buzzword - it’s a core value. We want you to know exactly what you’re paying for and how it benefits you. No surprises, no confusion - just straightforward service that’s designed to work in your favour.
We’re all about building a strong community of tradies who can rely on us to support them, not take advantage of them. By choosing a subscription model, we’re making it easier for you to plan your finances and know exactly where you stand.
We’re so excited to continue this journey with you and see how this new model will benefit our awesome community of tradies. We’ve got your back, and we’re always here to help you succeed.
Thanks for being part of the Trades Up whānau - let’s keep building something great together!
