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.
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Should Freelancers Ever Offer Deals and Discounts?
Should Freelancers Ever Offer Deals and Discounts?
Published Feb 12, 2023
Last Updated Nov 26, 2024One of the hardest parts of starting a new freelance business is deciding how to charge clients. Should you charge by the hour or per project? How much should you charge? Many freelancers worry about setting their rates too high and losing potential clients. However, it’s important not to undersell yourself and to remember you’re […]
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How to Make More Money as a Freelancer
How to Make More Money as a Freelancer
Published Feb 01, 2023
Last Updated Apr 07, 2025Freelancing 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 […]
What Is a Freelance Retainer Agreement?
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How to Charge a Freelance Rush Fee
Published Jan 11, 2023
Last Updated Nov 20, 2024As 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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Freelance Tips: Digital Payment Methods for Freelancers
Published Nov 20, 2021
Last Updated Mar 31, 2025As 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?
Published Oct 21, 2021
Last Updated Apr 15, 2025For 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?
Published Sep 30, 2021
Last Updated Mar 31, 2025Freelance 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
Published Aug 19, 2021
Last Updated Nov 28, 2024So 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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Freelance Tips: How to Get Paid as a Freelance Proofreader
Published Aug 14, 2021
Last Updated Jun 27, 2024As 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 Tax Tips for Freelance Proofreaders
5 Tax Tips for Freelance Proofreaders
Published Apr 01, 2021
Last Updated Mar 31, 2025We love the freedom of freelancing, but it does mean you need to keep track of your own finances. And mastering your taxes can be daunting if you’re new to self-employment. With that in mind, though, we’ve come up with five simple tax tips for freelance proofreaders: Research the basics of self-employment tax laws in […]
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What to Do When a Client Won't Pay
What to Do When a Client Won't Pay
Published May 21, 2020
Last Updated Nov 26, 2024As a freelance proofreader, we hope your clients all pay promptly and in full. However, many freelancers do encounter clients who delay payment or ignore invoices.
