Career
How to Financially Prepare for a Career Change
A career change can mean months without income. Here's how to build a financial runway, plan for insurance gaps, budget for retraining, and make the leap without going broke.
Career Change
Make the leap with your finances intact
Free Calculators
Career Change Runway Calculator
How many months can you survive without income? Models savings drawdown, COBRA insurance, retraining costs, and income ramp-up time.
Salary Negotiation Calculator
Enter offer + market data → see where you stand, what to counter, and the 10-year compound impact of $5K more starting salary ($80K+ difference).
Total Comp Translator
Your $85K salary is actually worth $112K. Breaks down health insurance, 401k match, PTO value, stock options, and other benefits.
Freelance Rate Calculator
To earn $100K as a freelancer, you need to charge $X/hr. Accounts for self-employment tax, insurance, no-work days, equipment, and retirement savings.
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Market rate research template, counter-offer email scripts, total comp comparison spreadsheet, negotiation call framework
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