Good Afternoon Kim,

We are located in Georgia, and cover Alabama and Florida as well. We have recently begun to hear of many abstractors having the same issue as your company has been seeing. I personally would not try and recover a $4.00 fee. However, I think that if you adjust your fee in order to cover the costs of copies. You may be able to recover the costs of copies more effectively.

Our company charges a flat rate for our services, with a few exceptions. Our rates are designed to cover costs, time, mileage, and copies. For the most part, it works. Yes, on a rare occasion you may be out some money, however that occurs very rarely. It makes it simple for you and for your clients. Our clients express to us that it does make it easier for them and we can collect what is due to us, without a hassle.

Just a thought. Best of luck!