When freelancers and businesses search for platforms similar to Ruul, Remotify consistently emerges as the leading alternative. Why? Remotify offers the same core service—invoicing without a company—but with lower, more transparent fees (from 2.5%, typical ≈4%), built-in automation like recurring invoices, and dedicated human support. For those considering Ruul, a direct comparison with Remotify is […]
Read more
Every percentage point counts for freelancers. A seemingly small difference between a 4% and 8% platform fee can lead to hundreds of euros lost from your earnings, especially if you process €10,000 or more in payments. In 2025, Ruul’s official pricing is 5%, but freelancers on Trustpilot report actual deductions as high as 8%. This […]
Read more
Working with US-based clients presents significant opportunities for European freelancers: access to higher rates, invaluable global references, and the potential for long-term contracts. However, a major hurdle in these collaborations is often the payment process itself – ensuring you get paid without delays, excessive fees, or creating complicated paperwork for your client.
Read more
In today’s dynamic business landscape, companies are increasingly tapping into a global talent pool, collaborating with skilled freelancers and remote teams from every corner of the world. This diverse workforce offers unparalleled flexibility and access to specialized expertise. However, the true challenge often emerges when it’s time for freelancer payments. Navigating the complexities of different […]
Read more
Picture this: You’re sipping coconut water on a Bali beach, laptop balanced precariously on your knees, dodging aggressive monkeys while desperately trying to join a Zoom call. Suddenly it hits you: “location independent” actually means “paperwork dependent.”
Read more
Carlos thought freelancing in Spain would be all paella lunches and beachside coding sessions. Then his first client asked for a “proper factura.” “How hard can it be?” Carlos muttered, whipping up a quick PDF with his name, the amount, and a cheerful “Please pay me!”
Read more
Want to invoice without a KvK number? That’s like trying to bike through Amsterdam in stilettos. It’s technically possible, but let’s talk about why you might want to reconsider. Welcome to the Netherlands, where even the tulips have paperwork. Are you a freelancer trying to navigate the Dutch bureaucratic landscape without a Chamber of Commerce […]
Read more
Congratulations! You launched a marketplace, and now Brussels wants to make you their unpaid tax enforcer. It’s like winning the lottery, but backwards—instead of getting money, you get paperwork, deadlines, and the joy of explaining to your sellers why you need their grandmother’s maiden name.
Read more
Your client in Berlin wants to pay you in euros, but your bank still thinks the Deutschmark is a thing? Welcome to 2024! Opening international payment accounts is the new survival skill for Russian remote workers.
Read more
Remember when working from a Bali beach meant hiding your laptop whenever someone official-looking walked by? Those days are officially over. As of 2025, over 65 countries have rolled out the red carpet for remote workers with specialized visa programs.
Read more
The freelance landscape in Greece has undergone dramatic transformation this year. Great news! The dreaded business levy (Τέλος Επιτηδεύματος) is gone. This was the €650 annual “thanks-for-existing” tax. Yes, you read that correctly. Pour yourself some ouzo and celebrate!
Read more
It’s 4:56 PM on the last Friday of the month, and your inbox looks like a warzone. You’re staring at 47 invoices scattered across 12 currencies while contractors from 3 time zones blow up your phone. That freelancer in Berlin just sent their fifth “friendly reminder,” while Miguel from Barcelona tweets passive-aggressively about companies that […]
Read more