The guides you'll need
Each one is plain-English and paired with a free tool.
W-9 Easy Guide
Fill out a W-9 correctly, and know who actually needs to send one.
Collect one from every contractor before you pay them.
Step-by-step guidew9easyguide.com →1099 Easy Guide
Taxes for freelancers, contractors, and gig workers, without the jargon.
You must issue a 1099-NEC to contractors you pay $600 or more.
Self-employment tax calculator1099easyguide.com →EIN Easy Guide
Get your EIN from the IRS at no cost, and steer clear of the look-alike paid sites.
You'll need an EIN to file the forms as a business.
Free vs paid guideeineasyguide.com →I-9 Easy Guide
Employment eligibility verification, explained for both employees and employers.
Hiring an employee instead of a contractor? You'll need an I-9, not a W-9.
Acceptable-documents pickeri9easyguide.com →