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Freelance Rate Calculator

Most freelancers undercharge by 40% because they price like employees. This calculator works backwards from what you actually want to take home.

Where this fits

💼 Income & OffersProfile OSGoing 1099FreelancersEmployees

This tool lives inside Profile OS + Going 1099 and is most useful for freelancers and employees.

SE Tax Rate15.3%
QBI Deduction20%
Quarterly DeadlinesApr · Jun · Sep · Jan

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