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Freelance contract guides
Plain-English breakdowns of the clauses that actually matter in a freelance contract — what's normal, what's not, and what to say.
Kill Fee Clauses in Freelance Contracts: What's Fair
What a kill fee is, typical rates (25–50%), how to tier one by project stage, and wording to add if your contract has none.
Contract Red Flags Freelancers Shouldn't Sign
Seven clause patterns that cost freelancers money, and what to ask for instead of each one.
How to Negotiate a Freelance Contract
What to actually say once you've found the clauses worth pushing back on, with a counter-offer email template.