Cost of proof-reading in English

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    Cost of proof-reading in English

    Anyone knows how much poorer I will be to get someone to proof-read academic writing in English (in the area of Business and Economics)? About 100 pages, double space.


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    It depends what you are looking for I guess... I assume it's already spell-checked, so are you looking just for grammar checking or do you want someone who has a good understanding of the subject and can also check for logic, validate references / data sources and so on? (In other words, something approaching what an editor would do?)


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    I know just the person that could do it for you, I'll p.m you her username, She's experienced too.


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    Yes, please expand on what you are looking for. I might be able to help you out.


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    Thanks for the replies. I am looking for a proof reader more than an editor --- the crux of the matter is really about the language. Some parts are not written in English (have more Greek symbols than alphabets)


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    PM Sent.

    Wes


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    I majored in business and HR at the City University of NY. I also worked for the English department helping students proofread and improve their written skiills. If you're interested, feel free to shoot me a PM.