Nancy Ferguson McKinney - maker of Freelance Folio

About the maker

Built by a freelancer,
for freelancers.

Hi - I'm Nancy. Graphic designer, illustrator, and the person who built this because I got tired of tools that didn't fit the way I work.

I've been freelancing as a graphic designer and illustrator since 2008. For most of that time I managed my business the way most of us do: a mix of spreadsheets, sticky notes, and hoping I hadn't forgotten anything before tax season.

Why I built this

I used other tools for years. They weren't too complicated - they just had features built in that I didn't need, and the monthly subscription had become more than I could justify. I stayed longer than I should have because I'd invested so much time and content into them. That sunk-cost feeling is real.

But technology has changed, and I finally had the opportunity to build my own solution. I was able to draw on everything I know - graphic design, technical writing, usability, layout, language, and learning - and build something that fits the way I actually work.

That's also why I built in the Learning & Licences section. Professional development is part of running a freelance business, and it deserves a proper home.

Built for Canadian freelancers

Every expense category maps to a T2125 line. HST is tracked separately on every invoice and expense. The Sales Tax Summary report shows exactly what you collected and what you paid - ready for your CRA remittance. No adapting a US-first tool. No guessing.

If you have questions, feedback, or just want to say hello, I'd genuinely love to hear from you. This tool is still growing, and the people using it are the best guide I have.

What's next

Building for realtors next.

Commission income, listing expenses, client gifting, referral fees - a purpose-built solution for the way realtors actually work.

Nancy Ferguson McKinney with coffee mug

What I'm working on next

I'm married to a realtor from a family of realtors, so I know firsthand how differently their business works - commission income, listing expenses, client gifting, referral fees, and a pace that doesn't follow a typical freelance rhythm. I'm building a purpose-built solution for them next. Simple, but powerful.

And honestly? Who knew I would love product and app development and design as much as I do. It's addictive. There will be more.

Get notified when the realtor version launches

No spam. Just one email when it's ready.