Working For Yourself: Law & Taxes for Independent Contractors, Freelancers & Consultants
March 24, 2010 by SmallBiz-Resources.com
Product Description
Whether you’re an independent contractor, freelancer, or consultant, it all adds up to the same thing: you need to be more aware of laws and taxes than the average person.
Fortunately, Working for Yourself provides all the information you need to stay on top of it all. An independent contractor himself, author Attorney Stephen Fishman shows you everything you need to know to:
*meet business start-up requirements *set up home or outside offices *comply with strict IRS rules *establish sound business relationships *avoid unfair contracts *draft good agreements *get paid in full and on time
The 5th edition now provides information on leasing space for work, Health Savings Accounts and solo 401(k) plans. It also examines how to choose a business name, deal with audits, take a home office deduction — and much more.
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I really can say much except that this is a great primer for the self employed/independent contractor.
Personally, I think this will become increasingly important as layoffs continue to rise.
If you have been laid off or think you might be given the forced early retirement notice, read this book.
Rating: 5 / 5
If you want to work from home this is one book that is a must-read. Giving the ins and outs of the laws regarding working for yourself, you will find the information in this book essential to help you make wise choices regarding your business.
Rating: 5 / 5
I recently a started an S corp for my software contracting. The book is helpful and worth the price. It won’t answer EVERY question you will have, but you probably should talk to a CPA for those anyway.
Rating: 4 / 5
They say, “What you don’t know, CAN hurt you”. This is especially true with legal and tax matters. If you are an independent contractor of any sort, “Working for Yourself” can help you avoid costly mistakes.
It covers a wide range of legal and tax issues that serves a platform for understanding. Detailed inquiry into your particular legal or tax matter is best addressed by a professional familiar with your situation.
“Working for Yourself” is concise, well written and indexed and serves the purpose of a “Small Business Essential” exceptionally well.
Recommended.
Rating: 5 / 5
Despite a good background in accounting, I found deciphering newer law and tax issues for a small business nearly overwhelming. After many visits to the IRS pages and several phone calls to their offices, I let my fingers do the walking and purchased Fishman’s guide. How I wish I had started with this book. It is easy to understand, comprehensive enough for most small businesses, and organized into sections that are clearly indexed. I made several business decision with ease this year because I had read the tax implications and understood what was important in planning and what could be a big mistake. Anyone who plans ahead for business profitability will benefit from the expertise available in this guide.
Rating: 5 / 5