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The best invoicing and accounts software and tools for freelancers

by Emma Cossey Admin | Jul 19, 2017 | Freelance Finance

What are the best invoicing tools for freelancing? How do I keep track of my expenses as a freelancer? How do I keep on top of my accounts as a freelancer? These are the most common questions I get around finances from freelancers. It can feel overwhelming looking at...

A Day In The Life Of A Freelance Finance Blogger: Emma Drew

by Emma Cossey Admin | Dec 9, 2016 | A Day In The Life Of A Freelancer

Welcome to a regular series here at the Freelance Lifestyle, where we take a little peek into the daily life of a freelancer. This week, I’m excited that Emma Drew has given us an insight into her freelance life. I’ve been following Emma’s blog...

My favourite freelancing tools of 2016 (so far)

by Emma Cossey Admin | May 13, 2016 | Freelance Life

Every once in a while, I like to share the freelancing tools, apps and resources that make my freelance life easier, smoother and more professional. This is especially the case now I’m a working mum and time is limited. Here are my favourite freelancing tools of...

Do you have any accounting question?

by Emma Cossey Admin | Nov 1, 2015 | Featured, Freelance Finance

Morning everyone! A quick post from me today about an upcoming series of posts from my freelancing accountant friend Raj Dhokia. Raj is going to be answering your accounting questions on the blog. I know this is an area lots of you (and I) struggle with, so...

How do I calculate my working from home expenses?

by Emma Cossey Admin | Aug 13, 2014 | Freelance Finance

One question I’ve had pop up a few times on the blog recently is regarding working from home expenses when you’re a sole trader. It’s something a lot of freelancers are unsure of. Can we claim our full phone bill? Can we claim for the cost of...