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What do you need to plan for if you're a 1099 independent contractor optometrist?

Evon dives into some of the financial and tax planning considerations for 1099 independent contractor ODs. Taxes, benefits, retirement plans, and more! There are definitely some differences from traditional W2 employment you won't want to miss.

He also goes over some financial planning steps and action items to keep in mind as you go this route in your optometry career.

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Check out www.optometrywealth.com to get to know more about Evon, his financial planning firm Optometry Wealth Advisors, and how he helps ODs nationwide master their money, build wealth, and plan purposefully around their finances.

Resources mentioned in the show:

Optometry Wealth Advisors Blog: Should Optometrists Work as 1099 Independent Contractors?
IRS Form 1040-ES Estimated Tax for Individuals
IRS Tax Withholding Estimator
IRS Independent Contractor (Self-Employed) or Employee?

The Optometry Money Podcast is dedicated to helping optometrists make better decisions around their money, careers, and practices. The show is hosted by Evon Mendrin, CFP®, CSLP®, owner of Optometry Wealth Advisors, a financial planning firm just for optometrists nationwide.