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Here’s Why You Should Become a Mentor in Your Business

Running a business is hard work, and you probably had to learn a few tough lessons along the way. Do you remember where you learned those lessons? Chances are you had an informal mentor in your life who helped you discover some of the most important parts of business. Sadly, not everyone has access to […]

4 Mindset Shifts I Made to Double My Income As A Woman In Business

I’ve always been fascinated with the psychology of human behavior. As a graphic designer, I’ve learned to recognize patterns in my clients’ behaviors to better anticipate their needs. As a woman in business, I also know the importance of being mindful of my own behavior and recognize the role it plays in finding success. In […]

How to Create an Authentic Budget for Your Business

When it comes to creating a budget for your business, there’s more than one way to do it successfully. That’s right—what works for you might be disastrous for someone else. Sounds pretty obvious, but it’s because as a business owner, your personality and how you run your business is different than someone else. Even if […]

Here’s How Starting an S Corp Leveled Up my Online Business

Eric Rosenberg is a finance, travel, and technology writer in Ventura, California. He is a former bank manager and corporate finance and accounting professional who left his day job in 2016 to take his online side hustle full-time. Eric’s writing has appeared in publications including the Huffington Post, Business Insider, Investopedia, and many others. When […]

Create a Better Business Using Values-Based Spending

Whether you’re just starting out or have been freelancing for years, the question of whether you’re purchasing something that’s useful for your business is bound to crop up. When you feel regretful about a business purchase, there could be a number of reasons. Maybe you were swayed by a shiny Instagram ad. Perhaps you thought […]

Self-Employed Retirement Plans: Which is the Best for You?

So, you’ve earned some extra cash? Isn’t it time that your cash works just as hard as you? Well, then there is no better time than now to start thinking about retirement contribution plans. Not only will you be investing in your future, but the IRS will even give you some perks. Not all retirement […]

Tax Tips

Should I Pay Someone to Do My Self-Employed Taxes? Here’s How to Know

5 Self-Employed Tax Mistakes that Cost You Big Time

What You Need to Know About the 2020 Tax Deadline Extension

7 Things You Need to Do to Prepare for Your Freelance Taxes

10 Tax Deductions that Every Freelance Designer Needs to Know

How to File your Freelance Taxes (and Save Money)

Are You Sure You’re Legally a Freelancer?

Six Pro Tips for Freelancers to Save Big on Taxes

How an S Corp Can Save You $5,000 (or more) on Your Freelance Taxes

The Ultimate Guide to Getting Your Freelance Taxes Right

Bookkeeping

How to Write Off Your S Corp Mileage using QuickBooks Online

The Best Payroll Provider for Freelancers

5 Ways to Organize your Money with QuickBooks Online

What Every Freelancer Should Know About Bookkeeping

Setup Your Business

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Business Setup

Here’s How Starting an S Corp Leveled Up my Online Business

LLC vs S Corp- Which is the best for freelancers?

When is the best time to switch to an S Corp?

Can you afford to be an S Corp?

Why are you still a sole proprietor? It’s time to switch

Started an LLC? These Are the Most Important Things to Do First

12 Mistakes to Avoid When Starting a New Business

Business Entities for Freelancers: Which One Is the Best?

Getting an EIN is Easier Than You Think- Here’s How

Everything You Need to Know about Registered Agents

Money Management

How to Create an Authentic Budget for Your Business

Create a Better Business Using Values-Based Spending

Level Up Your Freelance Finances with These Expert Tips

How to Pay Yourself When You’re a Freelancer

How to Pay Yourself from an S Corp the Right Way

How to Open a Business Bank Account for Your New Business

Small Business Hacks

Here’s Why You Should Become a Mentor in Your Business

4 Mindset Shifts I Made to Double My Income As A Woman In Business

Self-Employed Retirement Plans: Which is the Best for You?

Melissa Nunes Walker on going from corporate America to home designer

COVID-19 Relief Resources for Self-Employed Business Owners

Community Spotlight

Camille Tintle on designing a business on her terms

Reece Young on operating on a shoestring budget

Will Tams on keeping your dream and fire alive

Jason Yormark on taking control of his own destiny

Melissa Nunes Walker on going from corporate America to home designer

Estimate your tax savings

With Collective, freelancers save an average of $16,845 or more in taxes every year. Plus they never have to worry about the legal or tax side of running their business. See how much you could save with Collective.

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* Based on average estimated tax savings of active Collective users with over $80,000 net revenue in 2019 ($12,217) and potential savings declared by Intuit Quickbooks TY17 US subscribers that have identified >$10,000 in income and >$0 in business expenses ($4,628)