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How to Start Freelancing in the Philippines: A Beginner’s Guide (2026)
Getting Started

How to Start Freelancing in the Philippines: A Beginner’s Guide (2026)

To start freelancing in the Philippines, pick one skill you can sell, set a rate that covers your income and taxes, build…

4 min read
How Much Should You Charge as a Freelancer in the Philippines?
Pricing

How Much Should You Charge as a Freelancer in the Philippines?

As a freelancer in the Philippines, set your rate from your target income, not from what others charge. Add up your monthly…

3 min read
How to Get Your First Freelance Client (Even With No Experience)
Finding Clients

How to Get Your First Freelance Client (Even With No Experience)

To get your first freelance client with no experience, build two or three sample pieces, set up a profile on one platform…

3 min read
OnlineJobs.ph vs Upwork: Which Is Better for Filipino Freelancers?
Platforms

OnlineJobs.ph vs Upwork: Which Is Better for Filipino Freelancers?

OnlineJobs.ph is better for steady, long-term remote jobs with Philippine-based pay and no per-project fees. Upwork is better for higher-paying international projects…

3 min read
Freelance Taxes in the Philippines: BIR Registration Made Simple
Money & Taxes

Freelance Taxes in the Philippines: BIR Registration Made Simple

Freelancers in the Philippines are treated as self-employed and should register with the BIR once they earn regularly. Many freelancers choose the…

3 min read
How to Get Paid as a Freelancer in the Philippines (Payoneer, Wise, PayPal)
Money & Taxes

How to Get Paid as a Freelancer in the Philippines (Payoneer, Wise, PayPal)

Filipino freelancers usually get paid through Payoneer, Wise, or PayPal, then move the money to a local bank or GCash. Payoneer and…

3 min read
How to Write a Freelance Proposal That Gets Replies (+ Template)
Finding Clients

How to Write a Freelance Proposal That Gets Replies (+ Template)

A freelance proposal that gets replies is short, personal, and about the client's problem, not your resume. Open with their goal, say…

3 min read
10 Best Online Jobs for Beginners in the Philippines (No Experience)
Getting Started

10 Best Online Jobs for Beginners in the Philippines (No Experience)

The best online jobs for beginners in the Philippines with no experience include virtual assistant, data entry, content writing, social media management,…

3 min read
How to Spot and Avoid Freelance Scams in the Philippines
Staying Safe

How to Spot and Avoid Freelance Scams in the Philippines

To avoid freelance scams in the Philippines, be wary of jobs that pay far above the going rate, ask you to pay…

3 min read
How to Raise Your Freelance Rates Without Losing Clients
Pricing

How to Raise Your Freelance Rates Without Losing Clients

To raise your freelance rates without losing clients, raise the rate for new clients first, then give existing clients clear notice with…

3 min read