Software selection
Tutoring software parent portal or no-login links?
Parent portals provide an account and dashboard. Private no-login links let families join class or pay invoices without remembering a password.
Notes on running an online academy
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Payroll
W-8BEN foreign contractor rules for US academies
Foreign teachers give W-8BEN when requested. Teaching abroad generally produces foreign-source income; confirm reporting with a tax adviser.
Billing
PayPal invoicing fees explained for tutors and academies (2026)
PayPal charges when an invoice is paid. US Checkout costs 3.49% plus USD 0.49; international payments and currency conversion can add more.
Software selection
Tutoring software pricing: per student, lesson or seat
Tutoring software charges by plan, tutor seat, student lesson or active student. Compare dated list prices, payment fees and subscription arithmetic.
Billing
PayPal vs Stripe vs Wise for online academies: fees compared
Use Stripe or PayPal for cards and Wise for local bank transfers. Compare fees and check business-country eligibility before choosing.
Software selection
What is tutoring management software? Features and costs
Tutoring management software connects scheduling, attendance, invoices, payments and tutor pay. Compare pricing models and decide what your academy needs.
Billing
Prepaid class billing reconciliation: forecast and reconcile
Bill scheduled classes upfront, then adjust the next invoice by last month's actual billable amount minus its forecast. Unused charges become credits.
Billing
Prepaid vs postpaid tuition: when should tutors charge upfront?
Charge upfront for fixed weekly tuition to protect cash flow. Postpaid suits irregular lessons, with more collection risk after teaching.
Billing
Receive international payments in Pakistan for your academy
Pakistan-based academies can receive overseas tuition through Payoneer with JazzCash withdrawals or parent-sent Wise transfers to personal PKR accounts.
Billing
Stripe Invoicing for tutoring businesses: fees and automation
Stripe Invoicing Starter charges 0.4% per paid invoice plus processing fees. Automatic collection includes email reminders and smart retries.
Billing
Tuition refund policy: the UK 14-day cancellation rule
UK consumers usually have 14 days to cancel online lessons. An express early start can mean paying for lessons delivered; refunds are due within 14 days.
Billing
Tutoring chargebacks: prevent payment disputes
Prevent tutoring chargebacks with clear payment descriptions, accepted refund policies, attendance records, and prompt replies to parents.