Buyer Guides
Honest, founder-written guides on hiring freelancers properly — pricing, vetting, scams, briefs and the questions every buyer should ask before they spend a penny.
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- Founder-written
- Updated regularly
Six guides to hire smarter
Real pricing, proper vetting, brief writing, scams to spot, and the freelancer-vs-agency call — from a marketplace founder, not a salesperson.
- Pricing
How Much Does Freelance SEO Cost?
Real ranges for hourly rates, monthly retainers, audits and project work — with the variables that actually move the price.
13 min read Read guide → - Hiring
How to Vet a Freelancer Properly
A 12-step checklist for properly vetting a freelancer before you hire — portfolio, reviews, communication, contracts and red flags.
12 min read Read guide → - Process
How to Write a Project Brief That Wins Proposals
Templates, examples and a structured framework for briefs that attract serious, qualified proposals — not vague applicants.
11 min read Read guide → - Decision
Freelancer vs Agency: Which Is Right for You?
Honest decision framework on cost, speed, quality, scaling, accountability and which fits each project type.
12 min read Read guide → - Safety
Common Scams When Hiring Freelancers Online
The 10 most common scams — fake portfolios, off-platform payment traps, ghost workers — and exactly how to spot each one.
11 min read Read guide → - Pricing
How Much Does a Logo Design Cost in 2026?
DIY, marketplace, freelance and agency tiers compared — with what you actually get at each level and how to choose.
13 min read Read guide →
Buyer tutorials on video
Step-by-step walkthroughs covering how to browse the marketplaces, post a project, message a Zinner, manage an order, and use every buyer-side tool on the platform.
Watch the tutorials →Ready to hire?
Browse vetted freelancers across every category, or post a project and let qualified Zinners come to you. Verified reviews, escrow protection, and free founder support if you want it.
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