Contract guides for freelancers
Plain-English breakdowns of the clauses that show up in client contracts — what they mean, when to worry, and the exact wording to push back with.
9 Freelance Contract Red Flags You Should Never Sign
Most freelance contracts are written to protect the client, not you. Here are the nine clauses that do the most damage — and the calmer wording to propose instead.
Read guide →How to Negotiate a Freelance Contract Without a Lawyer
You can negotiate a contract well without legal training. The trick is prioritizing the few clauses that matter and wording your response so it moves the deal forward.
Read guide →Is This NDA Clause Normal? A Freelancer's Guide
Most NDAs are routine. A few are written so broadly they restrict your future work. Here is how to tell which one you're looking at.
Read guide →Who Owns the Work? Freelance IP Assignment Clauses Explained
IP clauses decide who owns what you make. Written carelessly, they can sweep up your templates, tools, and reusable systems. Here's how to keep what's yours.
Read guide →Freelance Non-Compete Clauses: Are They Even Enforceable?
A non-compete can quietly block your future pipeline. Here's what they actually do, when courts enforce them, and how to negotiate one down.
Read guide →Net-30, Net-60, Net-90: Which Payment Terms Are Normal?
Payment terms decide how long you wait — and lend the client your money for free. Here's what each one means and how to negotiate them down.
Read guide →Termination Clauses and Kill Fees: What Freelancers Should Know
A termination clause decides what happens if the client walks away mid-project. Without a kill fee, your in-progress work can go unpaid.
Read guide →Unlimited Liability Clauses: The Freelance Contract Risk Nobody Reads
A liability clause can expose you to far more than the project ever paid. Here's how to spot open-ended liability and cap it.
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