Freelance Finance

Muck and Mire’s guide to financial serenity for the self-employed

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The 4, no, 6 bank accounts every freelancer needs

February 19th, 2008 · 3 Comments

The problems that arise with money and the freelance life are often ones of organization. If you set up your financial accounts properly, your financial goals will be right in front of you every time you check your finances. The way I see it, every independent worker should have at least FOUR bank accounts:
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Tags: Oh Yeah, Health Care · Online Banks · Pay Yourself First · Saving · Savings goals and dreams · The Emergency Fund · The Retirement Fund

How to save money—really

December 17th, 2007 · 1 Comment

Your savings will only grow if you establish a savings plan and stick to it religiously. Employed folks have 401k’s and other options that allow them to pay themselves first, before they get their hands on their money. This reduces the chance that they will spend it before they save it. A self-employed person can […]

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Tags: Online Banks · Pay Yourself First · Saving · Savings goals and dreams · The Emergency Fund · The Retirement Fund