Suppose you’re freelancing, and you want to do things real legal like — with the tax season on your mind. If only for ease on your taxes, it’s my limited experience and what others have contended that you ought to set up your own business. It doesn’t come with any liability or branding protection, but [...]

Of course they do. Because just like news organizations, the niche pays and the general does not. I’m not writing this from experience, of course, because as a young freelance journalist, it’s nothing I’ve developed. But, in more than a half year, I have at least learned that any freelance writer, journalist, Web developer, grant [...]

It’s important to know why we freelance. Knowing what’s good and what’s bad helps you decide if this crummy world is where you want to be. First, the reasons I love freelancing. Pros: No alarm clocks No commute Make your own schedule Choose your assignments Writing off part of rent, utilities and other expenses Learn [...]