Finance Tips

Managing your freelance finances can be daunting. But fear not – we're here to help! Read expert tips on setting and raising your rates, creating invoices, budgeting and saving, and much more.

  • How to Make More Money as a Freelancer

    How to Make More Money as a Freelancer

    How to Make More Money as a Freelancer

    Feb 01, 2023

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    • Freelance Tips

    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?

    What Is a Freelance Retainer Agreement?

    What Is a Freelance Retainer Agreement?

    Jan 20, 2023

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    • Freelance Tips
    • Professional Tips

    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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  • 5 Financial Planning Tips for Freelancers

    Nov 28, 2022

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    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

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    • Freelance Software and Tools
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    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?

    How Much Money Can You Save When Working from Home?

    Oct 21, 2021

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    • Working From Home

    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?

    Sep 30, 2021

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    • Clients
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    • Freelance Tips

    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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  • What to Include in a Proofreading Invoice

    Aug 19, 2021

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    • Freelance Tips

    So you’ve finished proofreading a document for your client and the time has come for them to pay you. To request payment, you’ll need to prepare an invoice and send it to them. We know that this can be unfamiliar territory for a lot of new freelancers. So, in this post, we’re going to take […]

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  • 5 Tips to Help You Save Money as a Freelance Proofreader

    Aug 15, 2021

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    As a freelance proofreader, you’re completely in charge of your work and lifestyle, including your finances. And unless you have an accountant, you may need to regularly evaluate where you can cut back on spending to make your earnings go further. In this post, we cover five tips to help you save money as a […]

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  • Freelance Tips: How to Get Paid as a Freelance Proofreader

    Freelance Tips: How to Get Paid as a Freelance Proofreader

    Aug 14, 2021

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    • Clients
    • Finance Tips
    • Freelance Tips

    As a freelance proofreader, you rely on your clients for your income. But how can you ensure that you’ll be paid fairly and on time? In this post, we’ll look at how to get paid as a freelance proofreader. We’ll take you through the different payment schedules you can offer and how to choose the […]

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  • 5 Budgeting Tips for Freelance Proofreaders

    5 Budgeting Tips for Freelance Proofreaders

    Jul 29, 2021

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    • Freelance Tips

    Becoming a freelance proofreader can bring you freedom and flexibility, but this can also make it difficult to stick to a budget. Luckily, we’ve got some budgeting tips to help you stay on top of your finances and put money aside into savings: Make sure you keep track of exactly how much you’ve earned each […]

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