Working for Yourself: Law & Taxes for Independent Contractors, Freelancers & Consultants

Working for Yourself: Law & Taxes for Independent Contractors, Freelancers & Consultants
by Stephen Fishman

Working for Yourself: Law & Taxes for Independent Contractors, Freelancers & Consultants
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Book Summary Information

Author: Stephen Fishman
Edition: Paperback
Published: 2008-02-10
ISBN: 1413307523
Number of pages: 368
Publisher: NOLO

Book Reviews of Working for Yourself: Law & Taxes for Independent Contractors, Freelancers & Consultants

Book Review: Very Helpful Book
Summary: 5 Stars

I purchased the book since my employer explained that I will become an independent contractor for 2007. The book explained everything about being a contractor and how to stay in line with paying the taxes, how to protect my self employed status, what deductions I can take, and what forms and agreements I should use. I found it very informative and would recommend it to anyone who wants to understand the world of self employment.

Summary of Working for Yourself: Law & Taxes for Independent Contractors, Freelancers & Consultants

Be your own boss -- easily, efficiently and successfully -- with this bestseller!

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, Stephen Fishman shows you everything you need to know to:

  • meet business start-up requirements
  • pick a business structure
  • set up home or outside offices
  • obtain permits and licenses
  • price your services or products
  • comply with strict IRS rules
  • establish sound business relationships
  • avoid unfair contracts
  • draft good agreements
  • keep good records
  • get paid in full and on time
  • and much, much more

    The 7th edition is completely revised to provide the up-to-date information you need, including the most current tax rates and changes in the law.

    Whether you already work for yourself or are thinking about making the move, Working for Yourself will help make sure you do it right.

    List of Forms

  • Asset Log
  • Expense Journal
  • Income Journal
  • Invoice
  • General Independent Contractor Agreement
  • Contract Amendment
  • Nondisclosure Agreement
    "Be your own boss -- easily, efficiently and successfully -- with this bestseller! 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, Stephen Fishman shows you everything you need to know to: -meet business start-up requirements -pick a business structure -set up home or outside offices -obtain permits and licenses -price your services or products -comply with strict IRS rules -establish sound business relationships -avoid unfair contracts -draft good agreements -keep good records -get paid in full and on time -and much, much more The 6th edition is completely revised to provide the up-to-date information you need, including the most current tax rates and changes in the law. Whether you already work for yourself or are thinking about making the move, Working for Yourself will help make sure you do it right. List of Forms Asset Log Expense Journal Income Journal Invoice General Independent Contractor Agreement Contract Amendment Nondisclosure Agreement "

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