There are many paths to entrepreneurship, and for some aspiring business owners, becoming an independent contractor is a natural first step. But what exactly is an independent contractor, and how do ...

Independent contractors are professionals hired by individuals (or companies) to perform a service. Each one has different classifications under the IRS, which also means different tax obligations.

On January 10, the U.S. Department of Labor (U.S. DOL) published its new final rule regarding the classification of independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The U.S. DOL ...

An employer is required to withhold income, Social Security and Medicare tax from their employee’s pay. They also pay half of ...

Are you looking for more flexible work at home jobs? Working as an independent contractor allows you to set your own schedule ...

A new U.S. Department of Labor rule announced Jan. 9 adopts a multistep “economic factors” test for companies to follow to determine whether a worker should be classified as an independent contractor ...

The Department of Labor has announced it is reviewing the Biden administration’s 2024 worker classification guidance, which directs employers on how to determine whether a worker is an employee or ...