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How to Calculate a Salary for an Independent Contractor

Hiring an independent contractor bears some similarities to the hiring process of an employee, but when it comes to compensation, determining the contractor's salary bears little semblance. read more

How to Calculate Overhead for an Independent Contractor

Overhead costs for independent contractors vary depending on the type of work or field in which the contractor works. 1. List all materials and equipment needed to work as an independent contractor. read more

how to figure cost of doing business calculator for havc contractor?

In the case of parts, it is even higher. It is recommended that we use only 100 percent replacement parts. How do you calculate contractors overhead and profit? A bid must include both overhead costs ... read more

This new tool makes it easier to crunch the costs of energy upgrades

A new free tool for contractors and other energy professionals aims to pin down the economic and climate benefits of electrifying homes and commutes — a calculation typically hard to come by. While ... read more

Looking for energy rebates? A new Google-built calculator may help Colorado residents

Paul Bousquet’s first attempt at finding all the government and utility incentives to help him afford a clean-heat overhaul in his Boulder home took him two frustrating hours. Then a kindly official ... read more

How To Pay Taxes As An Independent Contractor: The Complete Guide

Independent contractors aren’t employees of the people ... meaning you generally can’t wait until the end of the year to calculate your taxes and pay what you owe. Instead, the IRS requires ... read more

Hydraulic Institute Launches Circulator Savings Calculator

The calculator is a free tool for users to estimate energy savings and financial payback from efficient circulator pump selection. The Circulator Energy Savings Calculator estimates the energy savings ... read more

How to Hire Your First Employee

Hiring a first employee is a key step for any entrepreneur looking to achieve greater success. However, finding the right candidate requires careful thought and planning. read more

How to file and pay independent contractor taxes

you need this form to calculate self-employment tax (Social Security and Medicare taxes), which you pay in addition to income tax. Many independent contractors pay estimated taxes throughout the ... read more

FHA loan requirements for 2024

In 2024, you’ll need to meet the following FHA requirements to qualify for a loan: The minimum credit score for an FHA loan is 500, but borrowers can only be approved with that score if they make a ... read more

Best Independent Contractor Insurance Companies of April 2024

But not everyone needs that level of coverage. To calculate our list of best insurance for independent contractors, we look at 53 data points for 19 companies, including cost, customer service ... read more

The Pentagon is spending billions on Big Tech and Silicon Valley startups as it goes all in on AI

An aerial view of the Pentagon.A new report from Brown University’s “Costs of War” project sheds light on a renewed closeness between the Pentagon and Silicon Valley, with the Department of Defense ... read more