Merry Christmas from Frugal Freelancer PH: The 5 Stories You Read the Most This Year!

Merry Christmas! 🎄
Before the year wraps up, we just want to say thank you.

Thank you for subscribing, reading, sharing, and quietly bookmarking posts that helped you navigate freelancing (especially on days when Google wasn’t enough and advice felt too generic). Frugal Freelancer PH exists for one reason: to give practical, honest guidance to freelancers who are figuring things out in real time.

And based on what you read the most this year, these were the topics that clearly mattered to you.

1. What I Review Every Month to Make Sure I Get Paid, Save, and Stay Sane

This topped the list for a reason.

Freelancers don’t have payroll reminders or finance teams. What you read here shows a clear need for simple systems – monthly reviews that help you track income, catch late payments, and make smarter decisions with your money.

It wasn’t about earning more overnight. It was about staying in control. Read again 👉🏻 here.

2. Freelancers vs Burnout: The Price of Always Being “Available”

Many of you clicked this because “flexible work” often turns into never really logging off.

This article resonated with freelancers managing clients across time zones, juggling multiple roles, and learning—sometimes the hard way—that availability has a cost. Boundaries aren’t anti-client; they’re pro-sustainability. 👉🏻Read it here.

3. Taxes, Inflation, and Corruption: The Struggles of Freelancers in the Philippines

This was one of the most-read and most-shared posts – and that says a lot.

Filipino freelancers are navigating rising living costs while dealing with unclear tax rules and limited institutional support. This article didn’t offer shortcuts; it offered context – something every freelancer needs when planning income, savings, and long-term stability. 👉🏻Read the blog here.

4. Freelancer Problems: Family Edition

This one hit close to home – literally.

Working from home changes how people see your time, your work, and your availability. Many readers related to the balancing act between freelancing and family expectations, especially in Filipino households where presence often equals accessibility. 👉🏻Read more here.

5. Holiday Tips for Freelancers With No 13th Month Pay

Just in time for the holidays, this post became a practical favorite.

Without a guaranteed 13th month pay, freelancers rely on planning, budgeting, and realistic expectations. This article focused on smart holiday spending, not guilt or comparison – something many of you clearly needed this season. 👉🏻Read it again here.

What This Tells Us About You

You didn’t come here for hype.
You came for clarity, structure, and grounded advice.

Most of our readers are building freelancing careers step by step – learning how to manage money, protect their time, and make informed decisions. If these stories helped guide you, even in small ways, then we’re doing our job right.

Thank You for Being Part of Frugal Freelancer PH

To every subscriber—salamat. Whether you’re just starting out or already deep into freelancing, we hope this space gave you something useful, realistic, and worth your time.

🎁 What’s next?
If a post helped you this year, revisit it, share it with a fellow freelancer, or keep it handy for the days you need a reminder. And stay with us – we’re continuing to publish practical guides, honest insights, and no-BS freelancing advice in the year ahead.

Merry Christmas, and here’s to building a smarter freelancing life – one good decision at a time. 🎄✨