DOL Contractor Rule Tightened: 6 Pricing & Screening Plays
The DOL just tightened the economic realities test. Here’s how I’m adjusting pricing, contracts, and client screening—using 1099‑NEC, LLC structure, and airtight audit logs.
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Issue · June 2, 2026
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