Is the audit fee deductible?
The deduction of Sinh Vũ's audit fee helps ensure that the diagnostic fee is not wasted, but this is a reference factor, not a reason to sign a larger package than necessary.
At Sinh Vũ, the fees for the first two audit levels are deducted from the combo package if you sign within 90 days of receiving the audit results. The deduction increases progressively based on the package: Foundation deducts 50 percent, Launch deducts 75 percent, Brand operating system deducts 100 percent. This mechanism is meaningful when you are leaning towards proceeding, but you shouldn't let the discount drive your decision instead of the audit results.
- leans towards redoing and auditing primarily to choose the right direction
- high probability of signing a large package within 90 days
- not sure what you need, don’t let promotions decide for you
- 90 days is too rushed to make significant decisions thoughtfully
The audit fee is not a sunk cost if you proceed. Sinh Vũ has established a deduction mechanism to address this mindset: when leaning towards renewal or redoing, the audit becomes a step to choose the right direction, and the fee can be deducted from a larger package. However, understanding this mechanism is more important than just looking at the discount figures.
The deduction mechanism operates how
At Sinh Vũ, the fees for the first two audit levels are deducted from the combo package if you sign within 90 days of receiving the results. The deduction increases progressively based on the scale of the next package:
- Foundation package: 50 percent off the audit fee
- Launch package: 75 percent off the audit fee
- Brand operating system package: 100 percent off the audit fee
This means that with the largest package, all diagnostic expenses are refunded into the value of the next contract. The 90-day window is not a sales pressure, but a practical boundary: the decision to proceed must still relate to the audit context, not a decision made six months later when everything has changed.
When deductions make real sense
This mechanism is effective in a specific situation: you are inclined to refresh or redo the brand, and the audit mainly serves to confirm the correct direction, identify the right cracks, and prioritize correctly. At that point, the audit fee is not an additional cost but the first step of a nearly certain path.
Not knowing what you need: To audit decisions, not to favor decisions. Signing a large package out of fear of a 90-day expiration is the wrong reason.
Common mistakes when misunderstanding mechanisms
- Sign a large package hastily within 90 days just to enjoy the discount. If the audit has not confirmed that you really need to redo it, signing a large package is a real waste, even with incentives.
- Skipping the audit because it seems like an extra expense. This is a short-sighted calculation: the audit fee can be deducted later, and more importantly, the audit helps avoid redoing things incorrectly and having to fix them again.
- Viewing discounts as unconditional price reductions. Discounts have two clear conditions: correct package level and within a 90-day timeframe. If either condition is not met, it does not apply.
The viewpoint of Sinh Vũ
Sinh Vũ establishes a deduction mechanism for a practical reason: many business owners hesitate to audit because they see it as an additional cost before doing something larger. This mechanism directly addresses that hesitation for those who are already determined to proceed.
But Sinh Vũ maintains a clear boundary: an audit is an independent diagnosis. If the results show that your brand does not need a complete overhaul, only minor adjustments at a few touchpoints (places where clients interact with the brand) are necessary, Sinh Vũ will state that clearly. Offers do not change the professional conclusion.
The deduction mechanism is to ensure that the diagnostic fee does not become a barrier for those inclined to proceed. It is not meant to create pressure to sign a larger package than necessary.
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How to use this information to make decisions
Before thinking about deductions, you should ask yourself one question: if there are no discounts, would I still conduct an audit and consider moving forward? If the answer is yes, then the deduction mechanism is good news. If the answer is uncertain, let the audit do its job first.
90 days is enough for you to receive the results, discuss internally, and make intentional decisions. It’s not too rushed, but also sufficient to maintain the diagnostic context. Use this time to make the right decision, not to decide quickly.
Decision checklist
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Select each item you find appropriate, then print or save as PDF to take with you.
If you have marked most of the signs above, this is the time to discuss in more detail. Sinh Vũ can help you review and propose a direction.
References
Sinh Vũ: Service S4, FAQ section and documentation s4-brand-audit.md.
Frequently asked questions
If after the audit Sinh Vũ concludes that a redo is not necessary, will I lose the entire audit fee?
The audit fee is an independent diagnostic fee, not dependent on the results. If the audit shows that no rework is needed, Sinh Vũ will be straightforward, and you will retain that fee without any deductions for not signing a follow-up package. However, you will receive a complete diagnosis, understand your current position, and avoid unnecessary rework costs.
90 days from when, and is there an extension?
90 days from the date Sinh Vũ delivers the audit results. This deadline is fixed to ensure that the decision to proceed is closely related to the audit context, not made months later when the market has changed. If you have specific reasons for needing more time, you can discuss directly with Sinh Vũ.
Can I bypass the audit and directly sign a package for rebranding to save money?
Yes, but you need to understand the risks. Without an audit, you won't know where the cracks are, making it easy to redo things in the wrong direction or address symptoms instead of root causes. The cost of the first two audit levels is significantly lower than the cost of redoing mistakes and then fixing them. Sinh Vũ encourages auditing first so that the redo package has a clear target.