My previous employer classified me as an independent contractor however I believe I meet the status of an employee.
After quite a few discussions, the employer has basically told me they will do a 1099 or a W-2 and I should choose however they recommend I just stay a 1099. Obviously they say this as I'm sure going back and changing me to a W-2 will be a headache for them. My issue with the 1099 is I will end up paying more in taxes because I will have to pay the employer portion of taxes also.
The employer told me if I wanted to switch to a W-2, I will have to send them all the taxes due from the employee.
My question is, couldn't the employer just issue me a W-2 that states $0 for taxes paid I and I pay them when I file?
After quite a few discussions, the employer has basically told me they will do a 1099 or a W-2 and I should choose however they recommend I just stay a 1099. Obviously they say this as I'm sure going back and changing me to a W-2 will be a headache for them. My issue with the 1099 is I will end up paying more in taxes because I will have to pay the employer portion of taxes also.
The employer told me if I wanted to switch to a W-2, I will have to send them all the taxes due from the employee.
My question is, couldn't the employer just issue me a W-2 that states $0 for taxes paid I and I pay them when I file?
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