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Mar 5 2026

Independent Contractor vs. Employee: A 2026 Rule Change Could Reshape Your Hiring

Leave a Comment / By Lisa Sicard / March 5, 2026

If you hire freelancers, gig workers, or part-time help, Independent Contractor vs. Employee worker classification rules aren’t just legal talk; they affect your payroll and your risk of misclassification. In March 2026, the issue is back in the news because a federal proposal could rescind the 2024 rule. Public comments are open until April 28, […]

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Mar 12 2026

Retirement Planning For Variable Income: Practical Tips For Small Business Owners

By Lisa Sicard / March 12, 2026

If your variable income jumps around from month to month, retirement planning for variable income can feel impossible. One big check, two slow months, a surprise tax bill, and suddenly it drops to the bottom of the list. The good news: you do not need a perfect, steady paycheck to build savings habits that work.

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Nov 13 2025

Gig Workers Small Businesses Tax Monitoring Now

By Lisa Sicard / November 13, 2025

If you haven’t heard, the tax monitoring for small businesses, which affects millions of gig workers, has been delayed by one year. The IRS admitted that confusion around the new policy led to a two-year delay. The $ 1.9 trillion COVID relief bill, passed two years ago by Congress, includes a change to the IRS

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