Hourly to Salary Calculator
Find your equivalent salary.
Income Tax Calculator
Calculate quarterly taxes.
Project Rate Calculator
Convert fixed price to hourly.
Value-Based Pricing Calculator
Estimate client ROI.
Global Consultant Rate Calculator
Adjust rates for location.
Retainer MRR Ladder Calculator
Plan recurring revenue.
Mastering the Business of Freelancing
Going freelance is more than just doing the work; it's about running a business. Most professionals fail not because they lack talent, but because they misprice their services, underestimate their tax liability, or fall into the "feast or famine" trap. Our suite of freelance calculators is built to give you the financial data you need to make confident business decisions.
Strategic Freelance Planning
How should I choose my business model?
While most start with Hourly Rates, high-earners eventually transition to Project pricing or Value-based pricing. Hourly billing caps your income based on your time, whereas value-based pricing scales based on the results you deliver to the client.
Why is 'Net Profit' more important than 'Gross Revenue'?
As a freelancer, you are responsible for 100% of your overhead. A $10,000 project might only net you $6,000 after taxes, software, and health insurance. Our tools help you calculate your real take-home pay so you don't overspend.
How do I handle international clients?
When working globally, you must account for Currency Volatility and Transaction Fees. We recommend quoting in the client's currency but adding an "FX Buffer" of 3-5% to ensure you receive your expected local amount regardless of market swings.
The Freelance Growth Path
- Phase 1: Survival - Use the Hourly Converter to ensure you're making more than a desk job.
- Phase 2: Stability - Use the Tax Estimator to avoid IRS penalties.
- Phase 3: Scale - Use the MRR Ladder to build predictable, recurring revenue.
- Phase 4: Authority - Use the Value Pricing Tool to charge for results, not time.