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How to Start Freelancing in 2022 (With No Experience)

Freelance Magic

It’s 2022, and you want to start freelancing — maybe as a side hustle on the weekends or because you want to wave goodbye to your day job. You’re in luck: 47% of hiring professionals are more likely to hire freelancers since the pandemic than they were in the past. Starting your freelance career can be terrifying.

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Digital Nomad? Freelancer Living Abroad? Avoid Penalties by Filing Your 2022 Taxes by the June 15

Freelance Union

Do you operate your freelance business while living abroad? taxpayer, it is critical for you to file your 2022 federal income tax return by Thursday, June 15 or to file an extension if you are eligible for one. Do you qualify for the June 15 tax deadline extension for your freelance taxes? for more than half of 2022.

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Recession Talk, Pivots, and Freelancing in 2022

Kayleigh Moore

Will companies move more writing work in-house, cutting freelance budgets? We can’t know what the future holds, but having a few income streams can help offset some of the current “weirdness” when it comes to freelance work (or even full-time work, for that matter. For the first half of this year, I’ve been inundated with work.

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10 Not-to-be-Missed Deductions for Your 2022 Freelance Taxes

Freelance Union

The bonus percentages over the next few years are as follows: 100% for 2021 100% for 2022 80% for 2023 60% for 2024 40% for 2025 20% for 2026 0% for 2027 and beyond Accelerating depreciation deductions can reduce your tax liability, but there are other tax implications of purchasing new business assets beyond bonus depreciation.

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New Legislation Introduced to Expand Freelance Protections to California State

Freelance Union

Just last week California State Senator Scott Wiener introduced Senate Bill 988 (SB 988) or as we like to call it, the Freelance isn’t Free Act. ” Senator Wiener said, “SB 988 addresses the plight of many freelance workers who face challenges such as working without contracts or enduring delayed payments."

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18 New Year’s Resolutions for Freelance Writers for 2023

Elna Cain

What a 2022 it has been for the world and for my business! 2022 was also filled with many new life changes – like adopting a new kitty. To help you achieve the best in 2023, let’s go over some freelance writing resolutions you can set for your business. 12 Personal Finance Books for Freelance Writers.

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The IRS Needs to Know About Your Crypto - Here’s How to Report It on Your 2022 Freelance Tax Return

Freelance Union

Now that it’s time to file your freelance taxes, you may have questions about how to report your cryptocurrency (now referred to as “digital assets'' instead of virtual currencies by the IRS). When should I answer ‘No’ to the digital asset question on my federal freelance  tax return?