The U.S. Department of Labor instructed its investigators Wednesday to stop using the 2024 independent contractor classification rule while the agency reviews the regulation that is currently facing legal challenges. …
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H&R Block is urging gig workers and side hustlers to treat their work like a small business, as new tax reporting thresholds could significantly change how they’re classified and taxed. …
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FeaturedGig EconomyGovernment Policy
1099 tax credit program for self-employed workers ends April 15, unclaimed funds to be reallocated
Self-employed workers who filed as 1099 contractors in 2021 have until April 15 to claim a federal tax credit worth up to $32,000, according to the Economic Recovery Center. The …
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BenefitsGig EconomyIndustry News
Guardian broadens access to benefits for retirees, gig workers, and freelancers
As access to traditional workplace benefits continues to decline among growing numbers of gig workers and retirees, Guardian is expanding its individual dental, vision, and accident insurance offerings to fill …
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Artificial IntelligenceGig EconomyIndustry News
MyServe to launch AI-driven workspace platform targeting gig economy
A new AI-powered platform is set to launch in April that aims to simplify how freelancers in the service sector find and rent flexible workspaces, while helping property owners monetize …
