Finance Tips
In these posts, we share some tips to manage the financial side of freelancing. Find out how to use invoices, pay your taxes, and more.
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How to Become a Court Transcript Proofreader
How to Become a Court Transcript Proofreader
May 31, 2023
One of the best things about freelance proofreading is getting to work on a wide variety of material. However, there are benefits to choosing a proofreading niche or subject you want to specialize in. One option is to work in the legal field by proofreading transcripts taken during legal proceedings. This post explores transcript proofreading, […]
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5 Types of Savings Every Freelancer Should Have
5 Types of Savings Every Freelancer Should Have
Mar 26, 2023
One of the best parts of being a freelancer is mentioned right in the name – being free. Freelancers can decide when, where, and how they want to work. But with this freedom comes a lot of responsibility! When you work for someone else, your employer will usually make deductions from your pay to account […]
Should Freelancers Ever Offer Deals and Discounts?
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How to Make More Money as a Freelancer
Feb 01, 2023
Freelancing can be a flexible side hustle or a fulfilling full-time career. But the nature of freelancing means you might be making less money than you could be. In this blog post, we explain how you can boost your freelance income by: Read on to find out how you can make more money as a […]
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What Is a Freelance Retainer Agreement?
Jan 20, 2023
One of the toughest challenges of freelance work is fluctuating monthly income, especially since bills and expenses tend to stay the same year round. While most freelance work is project-based, building solid relationships with clients helps ensure recurring work. In addition, some freelancers can secure retainer agreements. A freelance retainer agreement means that a client […]
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How to Charge a Freelance Rush Fee
Jan 11, 2023
As a freelancer, a client may sometimes request that you complete a project unusually early. In these cases, you may decide to charge a “rush fee” – an additional payment for completing work with a tighter than normal deadline. Of course, it’s up to you whether to charge a rush fee – or even accept […]
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5 Financial Planning Tips for Freelancers
Nov 28, 2022
As a new freelancer, planning your finances can be daunting. But with proper execution, it doesn’t have to be that stressful! Today’s post will walk you through five helpful financial planning tips: Monitor Your Income and Expenses Having a visual record of your income and expenses is key to knowing where you stand financially. It […]
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Freelance Tips: Digital Payment Methods for Freelancers
Nov 20, 2021
As a freelance proofreader, you’ll likely be working with multiple clients at once. It’s up to you to make sure they all pay you! Once you send your invoice, there are a few payment methods that freelancers can use to get paid. Learn more about the pros and cons of digital payment methods for freelancers […]
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How Much Money Can You Save When Working from Home?
Oct 21, 2021
For many freelance proofreaders, working from home represents freedom from the nine to five. But did you know it could mean more savings in your bank account, too? Going to the office, after all, can add some expenses to your daily life. We’ll highlight them in this post, but we’ll also make you aware of […]
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When Should You Raise Your Rates as a Freelance Proofreader?
When Should You Raise Your Rates as a Freelance Proofreader?
Sep 30, 2021
Freelance proofreading allows you to choose when to give yourself a pay rise. But raising your freelance rates can seem intimidating. You work hard to keep your clients happy and risk losing them if you raise your rates unexpectedly. In this post, we’ll cover when you should raise your rates as a freelance proofreader, and […]
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Freelance Tips: How to Set Freelance Editing Rates
Freelance Tips: How to Set Freelance Editing Rates
Aug 29, 2021
Knowing how much to charge for your services can be difficult for new freelancers. You don’t want to undersell yourself, but nor do you want to price yourself out of the market. And while there’s no single perfect way to set freelance editing rates, we have a few helpful tips: Deciding whether to charge by […]