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Business Operations & Management

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How Much Does a CPA Cost: Breaking Down the Price

Alex Zelaya: May 25, 2026

Reviewed by: Ran Harpaz Learn what CPAs typically cost for solopreneurs, what actually drives those fees up or down, and how to decide whether DIY, a...

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7 min read

7 Ways to Beat the Average 401k Employer Match (Even Without an Employer)

Alex Zelaya: May 13, 2026

Reviewed by: Ran Harpaz Solo business owners can contribute 20% or more of their compensation to retirement by leveraging both employee deferrals and...

5 min read

Your tax return holds the keys to next year's financial success. Here's how to use them

Lettuce: May 6, 2026

Ryan Page of Backpocket CPA on financial signals in your filed tax return for solos who want next year to be a breeze. Welcome back to The Wedge, the...

4 min read

5 Expert Strategies for Solopreneurs to Keep Cash Flow Healthy

Lettuce: May 10, 2026

Struggling with cash flow is one of the biggest challenges solopreneurs and businesses-of-one face. When money gets tight, it can feel overwhelming, but...

Woman working in a coffee shop, writing notes while reviewing health benefit options displayed on a laptop

4 min read

Self Employed FSA – Understanding the Ins, Outs & Alternatives

Natalia Budyldina: Apr 28, 2026

You’ve picked up some freelance gigs or started full-time consulting. Can you still open an FSA to save on healthcare expenses? For most self-employed...

4 min read

Workers Compensation Self Employed - Better Safe Than Sorry

Natalia Budyldina: Apr 27, 2026

If you’re self-employed, you may assume workers’ comp doesn’t apply to you. But that depends on how your business is structured and whether others rely on...

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4 min read

Self Employed Liability Insurance – Coverage You Can’t Skip

Natalia Budyldina: Apr 26, 2026

You’ve made the leap—or you’re getting close. Whether you’re freelancing part-time or running a growing solo business, protecting your work with insurance...

4 min read

How to Get a Home Mortgage Loan When Self-Employed

Natalia Budyldina: May 14, 2026

Getting approved for a home mortgage loan when you work for yourself takes more preparation, but it’s possible. Lenders may scrutinize your income more...

Pregnant woman and her partner standing at a kitchen table, reviewing notes and looking at a laptop together.

4 min read

Navigating Self Employed Maternity Benefits

Natalia Budyldina: Apr 19, 2026

For self-employed professionals, maternity leave can feel uncertain, but it doesn’t have to be. Without an employer to offer formal benefits, assuming...

4 min read

Freelance Graphic Design – How to Get Started

Alex Zelaya: Apr 16, 2026

Freelance graphic design offers more than flexible hours and creative freedom—it’s a path to professional independence. Whether you’re leaving an agency...

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4 min read

Can You Get Disability If You’re Self-Employed? Yes—Here’s How

Natalia Budyldina: Apr 15, 2026

Disability can disrupt any career, but the impact hits even harder if you’re self-employed. You don’t just lose a paycheck—you risk losing clients,...

4 min read

How To Get A Car Loan When Self-Employed – Insider Tips

Natalia Budyldina: Apr 11, 2026

Getting approved for a car loan when you work for yourself requires a bit more preparation, but it’s entirely within reach. Without a W-2 or employer to...

4 min read

Self Employed Invoice Essentials For Every Freelancer

Natalia Budyldina: May 13, 2026

Creating a clean, clear invoice might not feel like the most exciting part of freelancing, but it’s one of the most important. A well-structured...

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4 min read

Finding the Best Dental Insurance for Self Employed Individuals

Natalia Budyldina: Apr 6, 2026

Being your own boss has serious advantages, but navigating benefits like dental insurance isn’t always one of them. Without access to an employer plan,...

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4 min read

Mastering Time Tracking and Invoicing for Freelancers

Alex Zelaya: May 18, 2026

Transitioning from a steady job to freelancing is a common aspiration for many who have tried consulting or side gigs. Whether you want to become a...

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Resources

Business Operations & Management

How Much Does a CPA Cost: Breaking Down the Price

7 Ways to Beat the Average 401k Employer Match (Even Without an Employer)

Your tax return holds the keys to next year's financial success. Here's how to use them

5 Expert Strategies for Solopreneurs to Keep Cash Flow Healthy

Self Employed FSA – Understanding the Ins, Outs & Alternatives

Workers Compensation Self Employed - Better Safe Than Sorry

Self Employed Liability Insurance – Coverage You Can’t Skip

How to Get a Home Mortgage Loan When Self-Employed

Navigating Self Employed Maternity Benefits

Freelance Graphic Design – How to Get Started

Can You Get Disability If You’re Self-Employed? Yes—Here’s How

How To Get A Car Loan When Self-Employed – Insider Tips

Self Employed Invoice Essentials For Every Freelancer

Finding the Best Dental Insurance for Self Employed Individuals

Mastering Time Tracking and Invoicing for Freelancers

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