If you hate math and all things numbers, congratulations for reading this post to begin with! Accounting is often a barrier for new business owners, and freelancers are no exception. But it’s still an important part of your new mindset as a CEO! Taking time to figure out how freelancers manage finances means setting yourself […]
How to Avoid a Major Freelance Tax Penalty
Whether we like it or not, now is the time when we need to be thinking about taxes. Unfortunately, many freelancers worry about a hefty bill. But paying taxes doesn’t have to turn into a nightmare. We want to offer you some tips to help you navigate and prepare for the process. Making Smart Decisions […]
How to Pay Taxes as a Freelancer
If you’re worried about paying taxes as a freelancer, you’re not alone. But the good news is that you can overcome every problem you can think of—the real and imagined ones. So don’t worry about the “what ifs” and worst-case scenarios. Instead, start digging into the reality of what you’re facing. And if you’re an […]
Why You Need a Backup Career & How Freelancing Can Help
It is both emotionally and financially devastating to be fired or downsized. And yet, in the world we live in, no one is truly immune to this possibility. That’s why we love freelancing so much! Developing skills in your field and relationships with clients becomes a backup career—a layer of security your full-time job can’t […]
6 Tips to Effectively Barter Freelance Services
You have skills that other people and businesses require. So it makes sense to barter freelance services you offer in exchange for things you need as a business owner. It can be a good way to get things like website design done (if you’re not a designer), or maybe copywriting for your website (if you’re […]
Why Do I Need to Fill Out a W-9 for Freelance Work?
Note: We are not legal experts or tax preparation professionals, so always consult an accountant, tax prep professional, or attorney if you have concerns. This information is aimed at freelancers in the United States who have questions about a W-9 for freelance work. Freelancers in other locations may find this information useful for determining what […]