Like everything else Quicken produces, a rich web site for the entrepreneur. It also means thinking about things such as bookkeeping, health and liability insurance, and more complicated tax returns. This week, Right on the Money meets with Emily Brower, a freelancer in San Francisco, to help her sort out these and other issues. Unparalled freedom is one of the greatest benefits of being a freelancer, but this freedom carries with it responsibilities that a company employee takes for granted. Freelancing can be the best move you ever made, though - here are a few tips to help you on your way.
Uncertainty is a given, at least at first.
It's OK to say no. Time and planning are two sides of the same coin. Hit the books. No matter how much of a hassle it seems, keep your records and bookkeeping up to date - you'll be glad you did later. Be prepared - don't neglect whatever insurance you might need.