Working for Yourself: Law & Taxes for Independent Contractors, Freelancers & Gig Workers of All Types - Softcover

"This thorough and well-organized volume will guide individuals through the legal and tax issues that come with the territory. From deciding on legal structures to drafting contracts to collecting payment from deadbeat clients, this is excellent information." Library Journal

"As an independent contractor, you are your boss. This is why Fishman's book is so important." New Orleans Times-Picayune

"Covers everything independent contractors need to know." Business Life
"Working for Yourself is the all-in-one, trusted, legal and tax resource every IC needs. It is ideal for readers who are tired of doing endless web searches for legal and tax information, who need one easy-to-use and authoritative resource. This well organized reference will help them successfully start and run their operations in a business-like manner." Savannah Jones, SirReadaLot.org

The all-in-one legal and tax resource every IC (and gig worker) needs

Ready to be your own boss? Whether you’re starting a full-scale consulting business or booking gigs on the side, Working for Yourself provides all the legal and tax information you need in one place. This excellent, well-organized reference will show you how to:

• decide the best form for your business (sole proprietor, LLC, or other)
• make sure you’re paid in full and on time
• pay estimated taxes (and avoid trouble with the IRS)
• take advantage of all available tax deductions (including home offices)
• choose health, property, and other kinds of insurance
• keep accurate records in case you get audited, and
• write legally binding contracts and letter agreements.
  

Tired of doing endless web searches for legal and tax information? Want one easy-to-use and authoritative resource for everything you need to start and run your business? This book is for you.