Abandoning the office world for life as an independent contractor has its appeal, but there are significant downsides to cutting the corporate cord to make a go of it on your own. The bonuses of breaking free of the standard workweek come at a considerable price.

Black Freelancer breaks some of the cons of a freelance life. If you lack discipline or the ability to motivate yourself, you’ll be at risk of falling short in several areas, including the struggles of setting aside money for taxes, managing your time and working without a boss hovering your shoulder.

A major dealbreaker for anyone considering going their own way is the matter of health insurance. Those with lingering medical issues may find that the costs of buying insurance and keeping up with medical bills can drag down a profitable operation.

Check out the post for more warning signs along the road to being your own boss.

5 Reasons You Don’t Want to be a Freelancer [Black Freelancer]

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