1099 Contractor or W-2 Employee? Why Worker Classification Costs More Than You Think

by Melissa Clary | Aug 10, 2026 | Payroll

Calling someone a contractor does not make them one. Here is how worker classification is actually judged, and what it costs when the answer comes back wrong.

How Much Should You Pay Yourself? Setting a Reasonable Salary as an S Corp Owner

by Melissa Clary | Aug 3, 2026 | Tax

Pay yourself too little and the IRS can reclassify your distributions as wages. Here is how to set a reasonable salary as an S corp owner, and why mid-year is the time to fix it.

The Real Cost of Hiring: Why an Employee Costs More Than Their Salary

by Melissa Clary | Jul 13, 2026 | Payroll

Salary is only the starting point. Here is what the real cost of hiring an employee looks like once payroll taxes, insurance, and onboarding are added in.

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1099 Contractor or W-2 Employee? Why Worker Classification Costs More Than You Think

How Much Should You Pay Yourself? Setting a Reasonable Salary as an S Corp Owner

The Real Cost of Hiring: Why an Employee Costs More Than Their Salary

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