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Coworking for Freelancers in Memphis: What You Actually Need
“Solo founders, where do you actually sit and work?” comes up constantly among freelancers. The answers range from the kitchen table to the car to a different coffee shop every day. If you’re a freelancer in Memphis wondering whether coworking is worth it, here’s what matters for people who work for themselves.
What freelancers need from a workspace
- Reliable WiFi. Your income depends on it.
- A place to take calls. Clients, discovery calls, check-ins.
- Somewhere to meet clients. Occasionally, not every day.
- A business address, if you’d rather not put your home on invoices.
- Flexibility. Freelance income goes up and down, so long contracts are a bad fit.
The freelancer-friendly options at Tucker Collective
| Plan | Price | Why freelancers pick it |
|---|---|---|
| Day pass | $29/day | Pay only on the days you need it |
| Hot desk | $129/month | Month-to-month, 2 meeting-room hours included |
| Dedicated desk | $279/month | Leave your monitor set up, 6 meeting-room hours included |
Every option includes coffee, tea, snacks, phone booths and free parking. See all plans and prices.
Choosing based on how you work
You freelance part-time or have lumpy months. Buy day passes. No commitment, nothing to cancel.
You’re full-time freelance with a laptop setup. A hot desk is the sweet spot. It’s month-to-month, so you can drop it in a slow month.
You’re a designer, developer or anyone with gear. A dedicated desk means your monitors stay put, with lockable storage.
The business address question
Many freelancers don’t want their home address on invoices, a website or a Google listing. Tucker Collective offers mail services for solo professionals — see the virtual office page for details — and our virtual office guide covers what to ask before you sign up anywhere.
Freelance tax note
Coworking is commonly treated as a business expense for self-employed people, but rules depend on your situation. Check with your accountant before you count on a deduction.
Frequently asked questions
What’s the cheapest coworking option for freelancers in Memphis?
A $29 day pass at Tucker Collective, with no membership. If you come in more than four or five days a month, the $129 hot desk costs less.
Do I have to sign a long contract?
No. The hot desk is month-to-month and day passes need no commitment.
Can I meet clients at a coworking space?
Yes. Meeting rooms are bookable by the hour, starting at $40, and monthly plans include room hours.
Is coworking tax deductible for freelancers?
Often, but it depends on your situation. Ask your accountant.
Work somewhere that works
Tucker Collective is at 152 North Tucker Street, Suite 101, in Midtown Memphis. Try a day pass or call (901) 538-6111.
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At Tucker Collective, we’re on a mission to bring meeting and workspaces to the 21st century.I used to have a big problem finding suitable space in the midtown and downtown area to have discreet meetings with clients. I recently discovered the Tucker Collective, and it will now be my office away from my office for which to hold a meeting. Don't go looking for a coffee shop for your next meeting, check out the Tucker Collective.Joseph Crone, Attorney
I used to have a big problem finding suitable space in the midtown and downtown area to have discreet meetings with clients. I recently discovered the Tucker Collective, and it will now be my office away from my office for which to hold a meeting. Don't go looking for a coffee shop for your next meeting, check out the Tucker Collective.Joseph Crone, Attorney
I used to have a big problem finding suitable space in the midtown and downtown area to have discreet meetings with clients. I recently discovered the Tucker Collective, and it will now be my office away from my office for which to hold a meeting. Don't go looking for a coffee shop for your next meeting, check out the Tucker Collective.Joseph Crone, Attorney
I used to have a big problem finding suitable space in the midtown and downtown area to have discreet meetings with clients. I recently discovered the Tucker Collective, and it will now be my office away from my office for which to hold a meeting. Don't go looking for a coffee shop for your next meeting, check out the Tucker Collective.Joseph Crone, Attorney