Hiring Contractors
Hiring remote contractors to join your team? Read up on all you need to know.
The fastest-growing global hiring markets to watch in 2026
While the Philippines and India remain hiring hotspots, other countries are showing even stronger growth. Discover what’s driving companies to invest in the four fastest-growing markets.
The fastest-growing global hiring markets to watch in 2026
While the Philippines and India remain hiring hotspots, other countries are showing even stronger growth. Discover what’s driving companies to invest in the four fastest-growing markets.
1099 vs. W2: How to classify workers correctly
1099 vs W-2 explained: Learn the differences
How to hire 1099 employees in 3 simple steps
Learn how to hire 1099 employees.
8 best contractor management software options for 2025
Compare the best contractor management software for 2025
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Subcontractor vs. contractor: What are the main differences?
Learn key differences between contractors vs subcontractors
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1099-MISC vs 1099-NEC: Differences & deadlines
Explore the differences between Forms 1099-NEC vs 1099-MISC
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What is a contingent worker?
Explore the benefits of hiring contingent workers
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How to fill out IRS Form 1099: Everything you need to know
Learn how to fill out a 1099 form.
Hiring independent contractors in Portugal: Everything you need to know
Learn all about hiring Portuguese contractors.
Hiring independent contractors in Spain: Everything you need to know
Discover the ins and outs of hiring contractors in Spain.
Hiring independent contractors in the Philippines: Everything you need to know
How and why to hire contractors in the Philippines.
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Hiring independent contractors in India: Everything you need to know
All you need to know about hiring contractors in India
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Hiring independent contractors in Europe: Everything you need to know
Here's some information on how to hire contractor in Europe.
Why contractor compliance is crucial to your next funding round
Discover the risks of improper employee classification.
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Employee and contractor misclassification: Risks and costs
All you need to know about employee misclassification.
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A complete guide to hiring Mexican contractors
The benefits and risks of hiring contractors in Mexico.
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Hiring independent contractors in Canada: Everything you need to know
Find out all about hiring Canadian contractors
Hiring independent contractors in Brazil: Everything you need to know
Benefits and risks hiring independent contractors in Brazil.
7 signs you should hire an international independent contractor
Signs to look for when you need to hire global contractors.
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How to add 1099 and global contractors to your company’s benefits plan
Learn about the benefits your company can offer contractors.
How to create an independent contractor agreement
Learn how to create an independent contractor agreement.
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Independent contractor taxes: What employers should know
Learn all about independent contractor taxes in the U.S.
How to mitigate risks while hiring independent contractors
Avoid these common risks associated with hiring contractors.
5 risks of hiring independent contractors
What employers should be aware of when hiring a contractor.
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How to convert a contractor to an employee
Learn how and when to convert a contractor to a full-time employee.
How to know when it’s time to convert a contractor to a full-time employee
Officially converting a contractor to an employee.
Non-solicitation agreements for independent contractors explained
Things you should know about contractor agreements.
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When does an independent contractor become an employee?
The independent contractor-to-employee conversion.
How to hire independent contractors
A overview of how to hire independent contractors.
4 reasons to hire a contractor in another country
Why should you hire a contractor in a foreign country?
What’s the best way to pay independent contractors?
It’s time to answer: what’s the best way to pay contractors?
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How to pay independent contractors: A guide for 2026
All about payment terms, methods, and best practices.
Non-compete clause for independent contractors
Clearing the air on non-competes from a legal standpoint.
How to convert independent contractors to employees: A guide for distributed companies
Save yourself time and headaches by starting here.
How to hire independent contractors: A complete guide
Make sure you take these issues into consideration.
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