Lancerra Blog
Guides for freelancers who negotiate
Contract red flags, rate negotiation scripts, and everything in between — so you know your worth before you sign.
5 Red Flags in Every Freelance Contract You Should Never Ignore
Most freelancers sign contracts without reading them carefully — until they're stuck in a nightmare project. Here are five clauses that consistently cause problems, and exactly what to do about each one.
How to Counter a Low Rate Offer Without Losing the Client
Getting a lowball offer doesn't mean the client is unwilling to pay more — it often means they don't yet know what the work is worth. Here's a repeatable framework for countering on rate without damaging the relationship.
How to Know If Your Freelance Rate Is Too Low (And What To Do About It)
Most freelancers undercharge — not because they lack skills, but because they have no reliable way to compare their rate against the market. Here is how to check, and what to do when the gap is larger than you expected.
IP Rights in Freelance Contracts: What You Are Giving Away Without Realising
Intellectual property clauses are the most misunderstood section of any freelance contract — and the most consequential. Here is what to look for and how to protect yourself.
What Makes a Freelance Offer Fair? A 6-Dimension Framework
Evaluating a freelance offer on rate alone misses most of what makes it good or bad. Here is the six-factor framework Lancerra uses to score offer fairness — and how to apply it yourself.