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How to Invoice as a Freelancer for Faster Payments

Master freelance invoicing to get paid 3x faster. Learn essential invoice components, automated workflows, and see how PineBill makes professional billing effortless.

January 23, 2026

7 min read

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How to Quote Welding Jobs: A Guide to Profitable Pricing

Learn how to quote welding jobs competitively. Master labor rates, material markups, and overhead calculations to protect your welding business margins.

January 20, 2026

5 min read

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Invoicing Jargon Buster: Terms Every Freelancer Should Know

Master 25+ essential invoicing terms from Net 30 to invoice factoring. Learn payment terms, invoice types, AR/AP basics, and purchase orders to get paid faster.

January 1, 2026

11 min read

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Calculate Retained Earnings: Formula and Business Guide

Learn the retained earnings formula to track business growth. Includes step-by-step calculation examples, comparison tables, and FAQ for business owners.

December 25, 2025

5 min read

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Voucher vs. Invoice: Key Differences for Business Accounting

Learn the essential differences between vouchers and invoices. Understand internal payment authorization versus external billing to protect your cash flow.

December 25, 2025

4 min read

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What Is an Itemized Receipt? Accurate Expense Tracking Guide

Learn the essential elements of itemized receipts, IRS compliance thresholds, and how detailed documentation prevents audits and protects your bottom line.

December 25, 2025

4 min read

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How to Calculate Gross Profit: Formula and Examples

Learn the gross profit formula to evaluate your business's health. Includes industry benchmarks, COGS breakdowns, and optimization strategies for higher margins.

December 24, 2025

5 min read

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Accounts Payable vs Accounts Receivable: Tracking Cash Flow

Understand the difference between accounts payable and accounts receivable. Learn how managing $5,000 invoices impacts your assets and long-term liquidity.

December 24, 2025

4 min read

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Open Invoice Management: Definitions and Cash Flow Strategy

Understand what an open invoice is, how it affects your balance sheet, and strategies to close outstanding payments faster to protect your business cash flow.

December 24, 2025

4 min read

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What Is a Remittance Address?

Learn what a remittance address is, its role in invoicing, differences from mailing addresses.

December 21, 2025

4 min read

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How Many Working Hours in a Year? 2025 Guide

Discover how many working hours are in 2025: 2088 gross, ~2000 after holidays, 1200-1600 billable for freelancers.

December 20, 2025

5 min read

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How to Calculate Cost of Goods Sold (COGS): Complete Guide

Learn how to calculate COGS with step-by-step formulas, real examples, and expert tips. Master inventory valuation methods and reduce your tax liability.

December 20, 2025

15 min read

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What Does a General Contractor Do? 8 Key Duties

General contractors coordinate trades, permits, and $150k budgets to finish projects on time. Discover their 8 responsibilities, GC vs subcontractor table, daily duties, and invoicing checklist that cuts late payments by 25%. Backed by 2024 industry data.

December 20, 2025

5 min read

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How to Write a Payment Receipt: Components, Timing, and Tax Rules

Learn how to write a professional payment receipt. Discover the 12 essential elements, the difference between invoices and receipts, and IRS retention rules.

December 19, 2025

9 min read

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What Is a Billing Address? Essential Guide for Invoicing

Discover what a billing address is, how it differs from shipping address, its role in invoices, and best practices to ensure smooth payments and compliance.

December 18, 2025

5 min read

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How to Estimate Shipping Costs for Small Business Invoices

Master estimating shipping costs for invoices. Learn factors, calculation methods, carrier rates, and tips to avoid over/undercharging.

December 17, 2025

4 min read

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What Is Ledger Balance? Definition & Calculation

Ledger balance is your bank's official end-of-day total from cleared transactions only.

December 17, 2025

12 min read

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Best Practices for Freelancer Invoicing in 2025

Freelancer invoicing best practices for 2025, from automation trends and payment terms to legal compliance and common mistakes to avoid for better cash flow.

December 16, 2025

8 min read

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How to Calculate Time and a Half: Overtime Pay Guide

Learn how to calculate time and a half for overtime pay with step-by-step instructions, real examples, FLSA rules, and tips.

December 16, 2025

3 min read

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What Is a PO Number? Complete Guide for Invoicing and Procurement

Discover what a PO number is, why it's essential for businesses, how to generate one, and best practices for using it on invoices to streamline payments.

December 16, 2025

4 min read

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How to Create a Professional Invoice in 2025: Complete Guide

Learn how to create professional invoices in 2025 with essential elements, best practices, and digital solutions that get you paid faster.

December 15, 2025

13 min read

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Quote vs. Invoice: What’s the Difference and When to Use Each

Understand the key differences between quotes and invoices for small businesses. Learn their purposes, timing, legal aspects, and best practices to streamline your billing process.

December 15, 2025

7 min read

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Best Practices for Cleaning Service Invoicing in 2025

Best practices for cleaning service invoicing in 2025. Learn automation tips, legal essentials, and tools to ensure timely payments and efficient cash flow.

December 13, 2025

7 min read

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Invoice vs Quotation: Key Differences Explained

Understand the critical differences between invoices and quotations, when to use each document, and how they work together in your business workflow.

December 12, 2025

6 min read

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Proforma Invoice vs Invoice: Complete Guide

Learn the key differences between proforma invoices and commercial invoices, how they impact your business transactions and international trade.

December 10, 2025

6 min read

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Year to Date (YTD): Meaning, Formula & Calculation Guide

Learn how to calculate Year to Date (YTD) for revenue and payroll. Use our formula to track business growth and compare performance against industry benchmarks.

June 25, 2025

4 min read

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