Working As A Contractor? How To Make Sure You Get Paid
What Is An Independent Contractor?Independent contractors are individuals or businesses that provide services for companies or other individuals, without being employed by them. Independent contractors pay their own income and social taxes in their country, and are able to deduct expenses from their income. Businesses that use the services of independent contractors typically do not need to pay employment benefits such as health insurance, pension, vacation or sick leave, and severance pay. While this is beneficial to the employer, there are strict rules in each country about who can be consid...