>> You should have savings to cover at least 4 months of your usual expenses. 12, better 24 months for peace of mind. >> It may take several weeks to find you

>> You should have savings to cover at least 4 months of your usual expenses. 12, better 24 months for peace of mind. >> It may take several weeks to find your first contract. More likely, several months. It depends on the match between your skills and market demand. In general, most companies will not commission you directly. There's always a company between you and your end customer.