Um, Yes you do need a contractor's license to be a LEGAL 1099 subcontractor. And the backlog with the License Board is quite long due to state cut-backs (staffing at the Board). You'll need to pay for a bond, too. Also, the liability insurance is a big factor that should be considered. If you are working alone, then you can get a Workers Comp waiver, but then if you aren't covered by the contractor's liability insurance, you might need to get your own. And that's where you'll lose money.
Also, take into consideration if you are using your own truck or if one will be provided to you.
If you're not used to the rules/contracts of being a subcontractor, you're probably safer being an employee. If you keep track of all your expenses, you can write a lot of them off at the end of the year anyway. If you get jipped as an employee, you have recourse thru the state. If you get jipped working as a sub, you're just SOL....
Re: California Contractor pay? 1099 or employee?
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