Remote work & outsourcing

Everything a U.S. employer needs to know about IRS Form 1096. Learn how to get it, fill it out, and send it to the IRS.

You’ve probably heard about 1099-NEC Form if you work with independent contractors. But do you know when you need to file it, what details to include, and how to avoid penalties?

Hiring independent contractors is one of the fastest ways to bring in specific skills, reduce costs, and keep your team flexible. You don’t have to cover health insurance, paid time off, or unemployment insurance. You’re not responsible for employment taxes or providing company benefits. The contractor works independently and delivers results.

Hiring talent from different countries helps your business grow. You get access to global talent, work across time zones, and build a flexible team. But there’s one big challenge: how to pay international employees the right way.

You’re hiring someone to complete a task. They send you an invoice. They don’t work fixed hours. But are they a freelancer or an independent contractor? The freelancer vs independent contractor distinction defines who controls the work – and who takes responsibility for taxes and tools.