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I'd go for the 1099, all other factors being equal. Make sure you
check with the company about additional insurance you may have to
carry. That could be a sizable chunk for a short period of time.
> I have to choose between two employers for a tech writing assignment. One is
> 1099 the other uses a W2 at the same rate. The W2 is a major oil company
> that wants permanent employee later on if I'm right, the other promises more
> work later, a pay raise and a possible perm position. The W2 job wants me to
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