Tech skills translate directly into high-paying side income. Software engineers, product managers, and data professionals can earn $2,000-5,000/month from freelancing, consulting, technical content, course creation, or building micro-SaaS products. Here's the complete breakdown of income potential, time requirements, and how to start each side hustle.
Self-employed workers and freelancers can contribute up to $69,000 to a Solo 401k in 2026—nearly 10x more than a regular IRA. This includes both "employee" and "employer" contributions you make to yourself. Here's how to set one up, which provider to choose, and how to maximize contributions.
Remote work deductions could save you $1,500-3,000 annually—but W-2 employees and 1099 contractors have completely different rules. Learn what you can actually deduct, how to calculate home office expenses two ways, and avoid audit triggers. Includes state-specific requirements and real-world examples from high earners.
Stop mixing personal and business expenses. It puts your assets at risk and makes tax season a nightmare. We reviewed the top 5 free business checking accounts for freelancers in 2026, including Bluevine, Found, and Chase. Find out which bank offers the best high-yield interest rates and automated tax tools today.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act killed the $600 1099-K threshold. Starting in 2026, you'll only get a tax form from PayPal, Venmo, or other payment apps if you exceed $20,000 AND 200 transactions. Here's what changed, who's affected, and why you still owe taxes even without a 1099-K.
There is a quiet exodus happening in the corporate world right now. If you look at the LinkedIn profiles of top-tier professionals—people who used to be VPs at Google or Directors at Salesforce—you will notice a change. Their “Experience” section no longer lists one employer. It lists three. And their title has a new prefix:…
