Maybe get a new job

[driver 9]

I'm thinking of changing jobs. But will that reflect badly when I do the financial section later?

It won't "technically" be a permanent job - it is "contract to hire". Will this complicate the process?

[Gary and Alla 3,694]

I'm thinking of changing jobs. But will that reflect badly when I do the financial section later?

It won't "technically" be a permanent job - it is "contract to hire". Will this complicate the process?

Changing jobs, per se, is not a problem. Changing from "employed" to "self employed" CAN make the process more difficult as it can make it more difficult to prove income. "Contract to hire" means "self employed". If you do this, for financail improvement one would imagine, then be sure to document ALL your income, DEPOSIT all your income in your bank account, and CLAIM all earned income on your tax return to verify everything. Do NOT forget, as a self employed person you will have to pay all "payroll" tax, in addition to regular income tax. Payroll tax is 15+% right off the top! There are no deductions, exemptions, etc. So whatever pay you are offered, deduct 15% from it to figure your base income, and then deduct another 18-35% for income tax (depending on how much you make)

[driver 9]

Changing jobs, per se, is not a problem. Changing from "employed" to "self employed" CAN make the process more difficult as it can make it more difficult to prove income. "Contract to hire" means "self employed". If you do this, for financail improvement one would imagine, then be sure to document ALL your income, DEPOSIT all your income in your bank account, and CLAIM all earned income on your tax return to verify everything. Do NOT forget, as a self employed person you will have to pay all "payroll" tax, in addition to regular income tax. Payroll tax is 15+% right off the top! There are no deductions, exemptions, etc. So whatever pay you are offered, deduct 15% from it to figure your base income, and then deduct another 18-35% for income tax (depending on how much you make)

I'm not going to be 1099, I think I'll be a regular employee - except they know ahead of time the position will go away in 6-12 months. However, if I kick-####, then they may create a permanent position. But still, if they disclose the job (as of when I send in documentation) is not permanent, that will be a problem?

[Gary and Alla 3,694]

Changing jobs, per se, is not a problem. Changing from "employed" to "self employed" CAN make the process more difficult as it can make it more difficult to prove income. "Contract to hire" means "self employed". If you do this, for financail improvement one would imagine, then be sure to document ALL your income, DEPOSIT all your income in your bank account, and CLAIM all earned income on your tax return to verify everything. Do NOT forget, as a self employed person you will have to pay all "payroll" tax, in addition to regular income tax. Payroll tax is 15+% right off the top! There are no deductions, exemptions, etc. So whatever pay you are offered, deduct 15% from it to figure your base income, and then deduct another 18-35% for income tax (depending on how much you make)

I'm not going to be 1099, I think I'll be a regular employee - except they know ahead of time the position will go away in 6-12 months. However, if I kick-####, then they may create a permanent position. But still, if they disclose the job (as of when I send in documentation) is not permanent, that will be a problem?

OK I understand. YES if they say it is a temporary position in an employment letter it is a problem. Employment letters are optional (but nice). You will usually get by presenting last year's tax return and recent check stubs, BUT be aware that for the AOS you have to do this again and you have to have employment for that also. You can always use a co-sponsor as a back up. If you feel it is a good career move then go for it. Just be prepared to have a co-sponsor if needed. I wouldn't pass up any good career opportunities for this process, after all that IS the point of career and job changes.

[driver 9]

OK I understand. YES if they say it is a temporary position in an employment letter it is a problem. Employment letters are optional (but nice). You will usually get by presenting last year's tax return and recent check stubs, BUT be aware that for the AOS you have to do this again and you have to have employment for that also. You can always use a co-sponsor as a back up. If you feel it is a good career move then go for it. Just be prepared to have a co-sponsor if needed. I wouldn't pass up any good career opportunities for this process, after all that IS the point of career and job changes.

I don't know if it is that kick ####. Bummer. I guess I'll find out after the interview process is over (assuming they offer something)... For all I know it won't be any better.