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Invoicing 6 min read

10 common invoicing mistakes to avoid in 2025

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Invoicing 4 min read

Invoicing in Excel versus invoicing software

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7 tips to get paid fast

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Invoicing 4 min read

What does it mean to write off an invoice?

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Starting a business 4 min read

What is the gig economy?

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Invoicing 3 min read

How can I edit my invoice?

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Invoicing 3 min read

I’ve made an invoice mistake, what do I do?

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Running a business 5 min read

How to build great relationships with customers

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Running a business 5 min read

How to create a budget (2025)

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Starting a business 5 min read

A step-by-step guide to crafting business proposals in 2025

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Starting a business 5 min read

Hobby or business? Understanding the difference

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Starting a business 4 min read

5 benefits of working as an independent contractor

New in Conta

Updates 3 min read

What’s new in Conta? Mobile invoice app, improvements and more!

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Invoicing 3 min read

Invoicing in Figma: How to design a Figma invoice

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Invoicing 5 min read

How to make a ChatGPT invoice

Updates 2 min read

Mobile invoice in Conta: Send invoices for free on iPhone or Android

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Running a business 3 min read

How to create a timesheet in Excel: Free template and guide

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Running a business 5 min read

How to create a cash flow projection

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Running a business 3 min read

Sign documents online: Four major benefits (2025)

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Invoicing 4 min read

How to invoice clients and get paid early (2025)

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Invoicing 5 min read

Invoicing 101: Understanding invoices

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Invoicing 5 min read

What are payment terms?

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Invoicing 3 min read

How to use a PDF invoice generator

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Invoicing 4 min read

How to use a free hotel invoice generator

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Invoicing 4 min read

Invoice generator vs. invoice software

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Invoicing 3 min read

The best free invoice generator for freelancers in 2025

Invoicing 4 min read

Generate invoice in Word? We show you how.

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Invoicing 4 min read

How to generate an invoice in Excel: Excel invoice generator

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Invoicing 2 min read

Google invoice generator? We explore the top 3 alternatives

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Invoicing 4 min read

What is an invoice generator tool?

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Invoicing 5 min read

Proforma invoice: What it is and how to use one (2025)

Example of invoices made with invoice generator (Conta, Zoho, Invoice-Generator)

Invoicing 7 min read

The best free invoice generators in 2025

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Invoicing 8 min read

How to send an invoice: Methods and free templates (2025)

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Invoicing 9 min read

How to resolve a disputed invoice step by step (2025)

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Invoicing 5 min read

How to handle outstanding invoices step by step (2025)

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Invoicing 6 min read

Billing system: What it is and how it works (2025)

Invoicing software for freelancers

Invoicing 10 min read

6 best invoicing software for freelancers in 2025

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Running a business 3 min read

What is a profit and loss statement?

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Running a business 7 min read

How to calculate cash flow in 2025—with free cash flow formula

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Running a business 4 min read

End of financial year checklist

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Starting a business 8 min read

10 mistakes to avoid when starting an online business

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Invoicing 4 min read

Template for hotel bill—with an example

Manage and keep track of expenses

Running a business 5 min read

How to manage and keep track of business expenses

Tax deduction

Running a business 4 min read

Understanding tax deductions for small businesses

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Running a business 6 min read

Using social media to promote your business

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Invoicing 5 min read

How to make a professional-looking invoice

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Running a business 3 min read

5 customer service tips for small businesses

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Starting a business 2 min read

Essential tips for starting a successful startup in 2025

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Invoicing 4 min read

Freelancer invoice template: How do you use it?

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Invoicing 2 min read

Invoicing for rental businesses

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Invoicing 2 min read

Invoice example—the free invoicing software Conta

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Invoicing 2 min read

Is it mandatory to send an invoice?

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Running a business 5 min read

8 tips for better sales techniques

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Starting a business 8 min read

How to make a business model and free template

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Running a business 6 min read

Running a business: How to set up a budget

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Running a business 8 min read

How to earn more as a freelancer in 2025

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Starting a business 19 min read

40 business ideas for men

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Invoicing 4 min read

10 questions to consider before choosing an invoice software

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Invoicing 4 min read

Efficient invoicing management: Best practices

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Starting a business 8 min read

How to make a budget — the ultimate guide for businesses

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Running a business 2 min read

Mastering cash flow management for small businesses

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Invoicing 9 min read

How to handle overdue invoices

How to improve your liquidity

Running a business 2 min read

How to improve the liquidity of your business

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Starting a business 20 min read

40 business ideas for women

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Starting a business 5 min read

Key differences between a sole trader vs limited company

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Starting a business 6 min read

10 businesses that thrive in a recession

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Invoicing 3 min read

Be the first to get paid: How to ensure timely payments

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Starting a business 8 min read

How to find a business idea

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Running a business 5 min read

10 ways to make your business environmentally friendly

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Starting a business 6 min read

Business ideas for retirees

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Invoicing 2 min read

VAT and tax when invoicing

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Starting a business 4 min read

What is a business plan?

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Starting a business 8 min read

10 common mistakes for small startups

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How to build a strong brand for your startup

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Starting a business 5 min read

7 tips to become a successful entrepreneur

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Starting a business 6 min read

13 business ideas for Gen Z

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Starting a business 6 min read

15 business ideas for millennials

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Running a business 5 min read

The ultimate guide to liquidity and cash flow

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Invoicing 5 min read

Invoice vs. receipt: What’s the difference?

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Starting a business 5 min read

10 reasons why you need a business plan

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Starting a business 5 min read

10 things to do before starting a business

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Starting a business 5 min read

Entrepreneur—how to become your own boss

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Starting a business 7 min read

20 business ideas for students

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Starting a business 4 min read

10 business ideas to do from home

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Starting a business 3 min read

How to turn an idea into a business

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Invoicing 2 min read

5 invoicing tips for beginners

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Updates 1 min read

Conta offers free invoicing software in Ireland

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Updates 1 min read

Conta introduces free invoicing software in India

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Updates 2 min read

Conta launches free invoice software in Australia

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Invoicing 5 min read

Invoicing for photographers: Tips and free templates (2025)

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Invoicing 7 min read

How to write an invoice in 5 simple steps (2025)

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Invoicing 7 min read

Creating an invoice for freelance work in: A complete guide (2025)

Invoicing 5 min read

The best Quickbooks alternatives in 2025 (free and paid)

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Invoicing 5 min read

Invoicing for contractors: Tips and free templates (2025)

Invoicing 5 min read

Xero vs Quickbooks: Which is better? (2025)

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Invoicing 6 min read

Online invoice creator: The top 5 in 2025 (free and paid)

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