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Save Yourself: Creating a Freelance Financial Buffer

Savings give you a financial buffer so you’re not relying on this month’s income to pay last month’s bills. Increasing your savings helps you reduce financial stress and stops you from underpricing your services because you’re desperate for work right now.

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Paul Maplesden Paul Maplesden

Freelance Business Expenses, Explained

This guide explores the most important aspects of freelance deductions, from basics and tracking, through expense types and splitting expenses, to bookkeeping and taxes.

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Paul Maplesden Paul Maplesden

Form W-9 for Freelancers, Explained

Completing a Form W-9 for your freelance clients is a legal requirement. This guide explores important aspects of a Form W-9, including how to obtain one, steps to fill it out, where to send it, and best practices.

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Freelance Business Income, Explained

This guide explores the most important aspects of your freelance revenue, from invoicing and management, through bookkeeping and tracking, to reporting income and understanding taxes.

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