If your freelance finances feel unclear...

Mar 23, 2026

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Did you know that the average family spends more time planning a two-week vacation than they do planning for retirement?

A few weeks ago, BSA members took part in two focused sessions on tax strategies and financial planning. Together, we explored:

• When to use a TFSA vs. an RRSP
• When and how to run “practice taxes” during the year
• How to distinguish between an income problem and a spending pattern
• What types of insurance best support freelancers (beyond E&O and General Commercial Liability)

Here’s how one participant described the sessions:

"The financial planning sessions for BSA members provided a helpful window into the key strategies freelancers need to know to manage their money—including what to avoid! We covered the types of insurance to protect yourself and your family, as well as investment strategies to help your money grow so you can support your business, education, lifestyle, and retirement plans." -Kara S.

If your freelance finances still feel unclear or difficult to plan around, we’ll be exploring these topics further in a two-part live workshop on March 26 and April 2, 2026.

It's free to attend, but you need to register here:

https://www.bilingualsuccessacademy.com/financialwellnessforfreelancers

March 26, 2026 Session 1: Foundations of Financial Wellness for Freelancers

April 2, 2026 Session 2: Applying Financial Planning to Real Freelance Income

Both sessions will start at 7:00 ET and will include time for Q&A.

See you there!

To your success,

Catharine

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