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Corp to Corp vs W2: What’s the Difference and Which One is Right for You?

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Knowing employment classifications is very important for both contractors and employers in the U.S. staffing and consulting industry. There are two main employment models which are commonly used, and these are Corp to Corp (C2C) and W2 employment. But then, what are the differences between them? Being classified as either W2 vs Corp to Corp can make a huge difference in your tax liability, benefit options, and level of flexibility in career transfers. This guide sets out the differences between W2 and Corp to Corp arrangements providing job seekers and employers with the tools they need to select the most appropriate for their projects, legal restrictions, and financial needs. 1. What Is Corp to Corp (C2C)? A Contractor’s doing of a Corp to Corp (or C2C) model means that the Contractor operates through a business entity, such as an LLC or S Corp, and contracts with some other company or client. Working as a corporation, the worker gets to control and move freely, but also assume...

W2 vs C2C: Everything H1B Visa Holders Need to Know

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  W2 vs C2C: Everything H1B Visa Holders Need to Know Introduction W2 vs C2C visa USA is the most common employment arrangements are W2 and C2C, which have much to do with taxes, benefits, and job structure. W2 employment typically refers to a traditional employee-employer relationship wherein the employer withholds taxes, provides benefits such as health insurance, and assumes legal responsibilities for the worker. By contrast, C2C (Corp-to-Corp) refers to a contractor working through his or her corporation or LLC, and it provides more independence for the worker but requires those workers to self-manage their taxes and benefits. H1B visa holders, in particular, need to understand the difference between these two models, as their compliance with visa, taxation, and job security depend on this.  The fact that H1B visas are employer-sponsored makes identifying which employment structure best suits your visa needs indistinguishable from staying out of a legal nightmare an...