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How To Handle Clients’ Delayed Freelance Payments

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Regularly Check In With Clients Stay in touch with clients throughout projects to ensure a seamless collaboration and timely payments. Maintain consistent communication with clients to foster a transparent and mutually beneficial working relationship. This way, you can minimize payment delays and ensure client satisfaction. Pro Freelancing Tip: Clearly outline payment terms and deadlines in […]

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What Every Freelancer Should Know About the New Coronavirus Stimulus Bill

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Last night, Congress passed a $2 Trillion relief package for Americans affected by the Coronavirus. Here’s what every freelancer should know about the bill and how it could affect you: The bill establishes a “Pandemic Unemployment Assistance” program that will provide workers who do not ordinarily qualify for unemployment insurance — such as freelancers, furloughed

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Why All NYC Freelancers Need a Written Contract, and 15 Ways to Improve Yours

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Did you know? Contracts need not be in writing to be enforceable in New York City. However, a written contract will help greatly increase the chance you get paid. If you don’t get paid, a written contract will also help you prevail on your Freelance Isn’t Free Act (“FIFA”) claim and possibly collect double your

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Should you pursue a Freelance Isn’t Free Act claim? These stats say YES!

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The NYC Department of Consumer Affairs actively reviewed the impact and outcomes of the Freelance Isn’t Free Act (“FIFA”). This act aims to protect freelancers and independent contractors from late or missing payments. Here’s what the report revealed: Prompt Recovery: Most freelancers used FIFA’s protections and saw swift results. In fact, 61% of claimants secured

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