Elite Editing : FAQ : Professional Proofreading and Editing

“Your editor was able to catch grammar mistakes and fix errors I completely missed. Thanks for the help.”

- L. Kay “Elite Editing did a great job on my college essay. I was really having trouble getting my thoughts organized but the editor I worked with gave great suggestions as to how I could get my ideas to come through more clearly. It was a huge help.”

- Sunjay “Elite Editing was able to look at our company’s PowerPoint presentation hours before we had to present. They really came through on the deadline and really offered an impressive service.”

- Brooks Miller “The editor’s comments were so helpful. Not only did they catch so many errors but they showed me places where I could improve my paper and my writing. Thanks!”

- Latoya “Thanks for your help with our website, and with so many other things. We will continue to be a client in the future."

– Mike Albo
Maryland Financial Investors “This was a huge help with my research paper. I could not have done it without your editor’s help. Her changes were amazing. Thanks again.”

– Ernesto “I am happy with the changes that you made and the good prices. Thank you Elite Editing for your help.”

– Richard “I really learned how to improve my writing by working with your editor.”

– Lauren J “We don’t have an editor on staff, so when we needed them, Elite Editing really came through. This is an invaluable service for a small business.”

– Geoff Mackler
H & R Retail “Elite Editing’s proofreading services were superb. You helped us get a major presentation out the door just in time. We truly could not have pulled this together without your help.”

– Laurie A. “The reader saw major flaws in my organization and was able to communicate them to me. It was kind of like having a tutor to help me along the way, not just a proofreader. I’m really glad I used you.”

– Ishan “I am thankful for your proofreading. I will use Elite Editing during my next assignment.”

– Janet S. “Elite Editing was integral in getting our website up on time. The information on our website is vital to so many people, and must be correct. Elite Editing is a company that understands and values this, and it was a pleasure to work with them.”

– Matt Levinson
Sol Levinson & Bros., Inc. “Thank you so much for your help with my writing. I was really worried about this class and this professor but your editor gave me some really good pointers and found a lot of mistakes that greatly improved my writing.”

– Sophie “Elite Editing did an excellent job proofreading our business plan the night before a big presentation to possible investors. The fast turnaround made all the difference in the world. Thanks!”

– Brian Novell
ApplyU.com “Your feedback was so helpful. My work really improved. I will definitely use Elite Editing again.”

– J. Sperling “Wow. This made such a difference rather than just reading it myself. I’m so glad I decided to use your service.”

– Sara “I found Elite Editing very easy to use and worth the price. It made all the difference on my final document. I am confident that what I’m turning in is the best it can be. Thanks again.”

– L. Weiss “Like any writer, I’m very protective over my work. But I felt that the editor who looked at my essay was extremely attentive to my work, and very respective of my voice. I am so glad I found you guys. A great service for writers…and affordable to boot!”

– S. Roberts “The editor I worked with really knew the material, not just the grammar. They also really paid attention to what I asked so the changes were really useful.”

– Rebecca “Thank you for your help! I will definitely use you again.”

– Susan R. “Best kept secret on the web.”

– L. Sloane “You made such a difference on my resume!! You caught so many things I missed, and I had a friend read it to look for errors. I can’t believe I almost sent this to an employer before going to an editor first. The difference is huge. THANK YOU ELITE EDITING!!”

- S. Epstein “We are always able to trust Elite Editing with confidential, time – sensitive documents. Thank you as always for a job well done.”

– Philip Shapiro
Liberty Maritime Corporation “Could not have turned in my thesis without you!”

– S. Tolib

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you tell me more about the collaborative editing process?

You can submit a Writer’s Brief form, which is your chance to let us know exactly what you’d like to achieve, or where you’re having trouble.

(Would suggest giving examples)
“This is 13 pages, and my limit is 10, but I don’t know how to shorten it without sacrificing content.” Or, “The opening doesn’t seem strong enough,” or “Publishing this would be a huge win for my career.”

Of course, you can also submit a document without a Writer’s Brief; this is simply an option we offer to make our editing and proofreading services as customized as possible.

My document contains personal or confidential information. How do I know it’s safe?

Elite Editing keeps every submission completely confidential, and will never share your personal information.

Documents and payments submitted through the website are secured by an SSL certificate with full authentication and 256-bit encryption.

I’m new to your services; how can I know what to expect?

One way to get to know us is to submit a smaller piece initially. For example, if you’re working on a 30-page paper, you could submit just the executive summary as a start. We’ve found that we quickly earn our clients’ trust.

Can I submit an entire manuscript, dissertation or other large item for editing?

It’s best to submit long documents in segments of 50 pages or fewer. For submissions longer than 50 pages, we will discuss the appropriate time needed to carefully edit your document.

What editing styles do you follow?

We edit in MLA, APA and Chicago styles. If you have a style preference, please indicate this on the Submit Your Document form.

What will my document look like when you return it?

You will have two documents returned: one with changes clearly marked, one completed with all changes incorporated. Click here to see a sample document.

When we edit electronically, we use the "track changes" tool. Click here to learn more about track changes.

If I send you a hard copy or a pdf, how will you return the changes?

If you mail or fax a hard copy, we will return the edited changes however you prefer. Please indicate on the Submit Your Document form how you would like your document returned.

If you email a pdf, we can make changes in the file with the “notes” function, or we can send back a hard copy.

What if I email a copy, but would prefer to have the changes sent back to me in a hard copy?

No problem. Just indicate this in the Writer's Brief section on the Submit Your Document form, and we’ll follow your instructions.

How long will it take for Elite Editing to review my document?

Elite Editing is committed to delivering on time based on your request. If you have a large submission or have a rush request that does not fit with the timetable listed under Pricing we can discuss timing with you.

How will I know the final price?

Our costs are clearly outlined in the Pricing section and there are no hidden fees. If the price you estimate on your form is different than the actual cost, we will let you know and give you the adjusted price.

Are other services available through Elite Editing?

Through our years of editing experience, we’ve developed a network of freelance consultants, editors, writers and designers in different fields of expertise. If your needs go beyond proofreading and editing, let us know. We’ll be happy to speak with you to see how we can help, whether it’s sending you a qualified referral or taking on a special project.

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