[Hidden-tech] advice on contracting

Joshua Mintzer josh at aretecomputer.com
Thu Sep 22 17:51:25 EDT 2005


Bethany Seeger wrote:

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> Hello,
> I was wondering if someone could offer advice on how to become an 
> independent contractor. I've recently become a 1099 employee, for a 
> company where I used to be a W-2 employee.  I realize the tax 
> implications, I'm just not sure what I should be doing right now tax 
> wise. I'm also not sure if I need a business license or some form of 
> insurance.  I'm also thinking of taking on a contract for a different 
> company and wondering what I should have in place before I do that.
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> Any suggestions or experiences to share?
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> Thanks!
> Bethany
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Bethany,

I can not stress enough how helpful it can be to get a good accountant. 
It makes these issues tremendously easier to deal with. A lot of CPA's 
can be expensive, but I deal with a gentleman in Holyoke by the name of 
David Temkin (who works for D&P Business), who does very good, very 
honest work, at a resonable price. It may be that your tax needs will 
not be that complicated as a  single contractor, however. IANAA, so take 
that advice as you will.

Without knowing exactly what business you are involved in, I think it's 
a pretty good idea to have at least some form of protective insurance. 
We at the very least have policies that protect us if a customers 
equipment is damaged while in our care, for instance. If you are going 
it alone, joining a networking group like BNI isn't a bad idea either, 
as there are both a lot of people in a situation like yours who can give 
you advice, and a lot of people who can help get you the services you 
need (in terms of insurance etc.)

Hope at least some of this helps

-J

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