I finally switched from a free email service to a paid one with a custom domain for my business, and the peace of mind is worth the $60 a year. | Cybersecurity Tips - Freelance Forum - The Community for Independent Professionals
Oh man, that reminds me of the time my cousin tried to use his old gaming handle email for a loan application. The bank guy actually called him "xXShadowSlayerXx" during the phone interview, it was so bad. He got the loan but switched his email right after, lmao. Some things you just don't realize look silly until it's too late.
That's a bargain for not having your business email look like it was set up in 2005. The professional look alone is worth the price of a few coffees a month. You can't put a price on not being "coolguy87@freemail.com" anymore.