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Freelance Pricing Guides

Original, practical guides to help you set rates, plan taxes, and choose pricing models—updated for 2026.

Hourly rate formula

Net income, taxes, overhead, profit margin, and billable hours explained step by step.

Pricing strategies

Hourly vs value-based vs retainers—and when to use each.

US freelancer taxes (overview)

Self-employment tax and income tax estimates for calculator inputs.

India freelancer taxes (overview)

GST, advance tax, and slabbing—planning notes for Indian independents.