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Plain-English answers to the money questions freelancing raises, each one linked to the calculators that put real numbers behind it. Reference material, not advice.
Guide · Tax deadlines
Freelancer tax deadlines for 2026
The 2026 federal tax deadlines freelancers and self-employed workers need to know, includi…
Guide · Set aside for taxesHow much should you set aside for taxes?
A plain-English look at how much of your freelance income to save for taxes, why the numbe…
Guide · 1099 write-offsWhat can you write off as a 1099 contractor?
A plain-English overview of the business expenses independent contractors commonly deduct,…
Guide · What to chargeHow much should you charge as a freelancer?
How to set a freelance rate that actually covers taxes, unpaid time, and business costs, i…