How is hiring a freelancer or independent contractor different from hiring a full-time employee?
Freelancers are 1099 contractors. They are independent professionals engaged for a defined project or scope of work. Deliverables, timelines, and work parameters are established under contract terms. These contractors handle their own taxes.
With freelancers, you don’t manage benefits, payroll taxes, or long-term employment commitments. This model is ideal for:
- Specialized expertise
- Seasonal workload spikes
- Strategic projects
- Backfill during transitions
Full-time, W-2 employees are staff members on your payroll that work under your direction with taxes withheld. W-2 employees comprise full-time, part-time, season, and internship roles.
For more details on the difference between freelance and full-time employees, visit our Resource Center.
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