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How to Write a Freelance Proposal That Wins Clients (With Template)

You had a great call with a potential client. They asked you…

Hannah Bietz By Hannah Bietz

Does a Sole Proprietor Need an EIN? When Yes and When No

A prospective client just asked for your EIN so they can send…

Emily Lauderdale By Emily Lauderdale

Solo 401(k) Contribution Limits for 2026: How Much Self-Employed Workers Can Save

You finally have a profitable freelance year, your accountant mentions a Solo…

Emily Lauderdale By Emily Lauderdale

How Much Does It Cost to Start an LLC? A Complete Breakdown

You have been operating as a sole proprietor for a while now,…

Erika Batsters By Erika Batsters

When Your AI Assistant Tells You What You Want to Hear, That’s Not Help. That’s a Problem.

When you work for yourself, your feedback loop is already thin. You…

Joel Comm By Joel Comm

How Much Do Virtual Assistants Make? Realistic Income and Rates

You have been thinking about becoming a virtual assistant, but you keep…

Mike Allerson By Mike Allerson

How Much Do Freelance Writers Make? Income Data and Earning Potential

You have been writing for free, or close to it, and you…

Johnson Stiles By Johnson Stiles

1099 Tax Write-Offs: Deductions Every Independent Contractor Should Claim

Tax season arrives and you stare at a pile of receipts, wondering…

Mark Paulson By Mark Paulson

How to Fire a Client (Professionally and Without Burning Bridges)

You dread opening their emails. Every project takes twice as long because…

Mike Allerson By Mike Allerson