First employee contractor guide: costs and mistakes
First employee contractor guide for trade owners: learn the real hiring cost, payroll basics, and the mistakes that turn a smart first hire into a cash drain.
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payroll contractor guides
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How to Hire Employees as a Contractor
Learn how to hire employees as a contractor, from picking the right role to payroll, recruiting, onboarding, and keeping labor costs under control.
Read guide →W2 vs 1099 for Contractors: How to Pick the Right Classification
The real difference between W2 employees and 1099 subcontractors, what it costs, and the IRS rules that determine which one you can legally use.
Read guide →How to Hire Your First Employee as a Contractor
What it actually costs, the paperwork you need, and how to avoid the mistakes that derail solo contractors making their first hire.
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