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Employees vs. Independent Contractors in the Trades

Employees vs. Independent Contractors in the TradesBy: HR Guy Published on: 04/02/2025

Home services companies might want to classify workers as independent contractors, but we STRONGLY advise you to hire them as W-2 workers. And it's not just because the government might fine you (big time!). Here's why.

Employees vs. Independent Contractors in the Trades

New Employee vs. Contractor Rule... and Why It Won't Change Anything

New Employee vs. Contractor Rule... and Why It Won't Change AnythingBy: HR Guy Published on: 06/15/2023

HR Guy's take on the potential new rule for W-2 employees vs. 1099 independent contractors... and why many business shouldn't have to worry.

New Employee vs. Contractor Rule... and Why It Won't Change Anything

Biden Labor Rule Would Make Some Contractors Employees

Biden Labor Rule Would Make Some Contractors EmployeesBy: HR Guy Published on: 10/11/2022

The saga continues in how to define employees vs. independent contractors. Here's what Biden is proposing and how it might impact your business.

Biden Labor Rule Would Make Some Contractors Employees

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