Striking out on your own? You’re not alone. Hundreds of thousands of workers are leaving their jobs and opting to work for themselves. But if this is your first experiment with working for yourself, ...

There are now over 72 million Americans who are self-employed, including gig workers, freelancers, contractors, and consultants who now make up 45% of the U.S. workforce. If you’re a self-employed ...

It’s no secret that self-employed workers often face more challenges when applying for a mortgage compared to traditional W-2 employees. However, the number of gig workers dreaming of homeownership is ...

Americans are increasingly turning to self-employment to live fulfilling lives, but the inconsistent nature of self-employment could make planning for retirement a significant challenge. Felicia ...

Q: It’s time! I’m 50 years old, and I’ve worked for others all my adult years. Self-employment is on my horizon for 2024. I have skills in a very special “helping profession,” and my niche marketing ...

You’re not taught in school that being a freelancer is even an option to consider. As a result, it’s a less clearly defined career trajectory. A common misconception with freelance is that it’s ...

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I've got a load of questions in my mailbox from readers, and the best way I've found to get answers out is through this column. From my experience, I know that for every person who asks a question, ...

Being your own boss creates big opportunities for tax savings — but only if financial advisors and their clients understand all of the complex rules surrounding self-employment, experts said.

When you’re self-employed, you’re responsible for paying both the employer and employee portions of taxes. Here’s how to calculate both. If you’re self-employed – either on a full-time basis or just ...