Freelance pricing guides

Guides for pricing freelance work with confidence.

Practical articles about hourly rates, project pricing, retainers, billable hours, and building freelance offers that support your income goals.

Career math

Salary vs. Freelance: The Exact Number You Need to Break Even

Find the exact freelance hourly rate you need to break even with a salary after taxes, benefits, overhead, unpaid admin time, dry months, and realistic billable hours.

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Beginner pricing

Freelance Rates for Beginners: Start Here Before You Quote Anyone

New to freelancing? Learn the exact formula for calculating your freelance rate with real numbers, beginner pricing mistakes to avoid, and how to quote with more confidence.

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Pricing basics

How to Calculate Your Freelance Hourly Rate

Learn how to calculate your freelance hourly rate step by step - from income goals and business expenses to taxes, billable hours, and time off. Free calculator included.

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