Contractor management
EOR vs contractor management
Compare EORs to direct contractor management: control, cost, compliance, payouts, and flexibility. Decision framework inside.
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Contractor management
What is an Employer of Record (EOR)?
Learn how EORs hire on your behalf, typical fees, pros/cons, and when you may not need one. Clear, vendor-neutral overview.
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Kontrable, the Deel alternative for contractor management
Kontrable is the Deel alternative built for teams managing independent contractors who handle their own taxes and already have payment accounts set up.
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Worker classification tests
informational, not legal advice.
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What is an Importer of Record (IOR)?
IOR handles import compliance and duties. Not HR, but often confused with EOR. Quick primer and use cases.
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What is a Merchant of Record (MoR)?
MoR sells and processes payments on your behalf. See how MoR differs from EOR, and why Kontrable avoids funds custody.
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What is Global Employment Outsourcing (GEO)?
Learn how GEO vendors hire in-country on your behalf, pros/cons vs EOR and direct contractor management.
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Employer of Record vs PEO: Which model fits your hiring needs?
Side-by-side comparison of EOR and PEO: ownership, compliance, payroll, benefits, and global reach.
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Employer of Record vs Agent of Record: Understanding the fundamental difference
AOR handles representation; EOR becomes employer. Understand scope, liability, and cost differences with examples.
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Contractor of Record vs Employer of Record: Which model fits your hire?
Compare COR and EOR models: who employs, who pays, costs, speed, and flexibility. Simple table and decision guide.
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What is a Contractor of Record (COR)?
Learn how COR differs from EOR and PEO, typical use cases, costs, and risks. See when direct contractor management makes more sense.
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Software guides
Freelancer payment platform that pays direct
Freelancer payment platform that lets you pay contractors directly through their existing Wise, PayPal, or Payoneer accounts. No middleman fees. $99/mo for 25 freelancers.
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How to pay freelancers directly without a payment middleman
Freelancer payment platform that lets you pay contractors directly through their existing Wise, PayPal, or Payoneer accounts. No middleman fees. $99/mo for 25 freelancers.
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Contractor management software without the middleman
Simple contractor management software for freelancer-focused businesses. Track projects, manage contracts, pay direct via Wise/PayPal.
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How to pay and manage US contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying US independent contractors: ACH setup, W-9 collection, 1099-NEC filing, state rules, and contractor management tools.
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Kontrable: The Justworks alternative for contractor management without PEO complexity
Kontrable: The Justworks alternative for contractor management. Contractor-specific tools without PEO fees or co-employer liability. Direct control.
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A1 certificate in the EU: What you need to know about cross-border social security
What the A1 certificate covers, when you need it, and how it relates to cross-border work with contractors.
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Kontrable: The Gusto alternative for contractor management without payroll complexity
Kontrable: The Gusto alternative for contractor management. Contractor-specific tools without base fees or per-person charges. Direct payment control.
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Kontrable: The ADP alternative for contractor management without payroll complexity
Kontrable: The ADP alternative for contractor management. Contractor-specific tools without payroll overhead. Direct payment control, project tracking.
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Kontrable: The RemotePeople alternative for professional contractor management
Kontrable: The RemotePeople alternative for contractor management. Professional tools without EOR upselling. Direct control, milestone tracking, transparent.
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Kontrable vs Worksuite: Contractor management alternative to per-contractor talent platforms
Kontrable: The Worksuite alternative for contractor management. Direct payment control, transparent features, no marketplace overhead.
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Kontrable vs Rippling: Contractor management alternative to integrated HR and EOR
Rippling vs Kontrable: All-in-one HR platform vs contractor management alternative. Compare employee management vs contractor organization approaches.
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Kontrable vs RemotePass: Contractor management alternative to per-contractor platforms
RemotePass vs Kontrable: Contractor hiring platform vs contractor management alternative. Compare features, pricing, and whether you need hiring or management.
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Kontrable vs TalentDesk: Freelancer management alternative with transparent pricing
TalentDesk vs Kontrable: Enterprise freelancer management vs transparent freelancer management alternative. Compare pricing, features, and complexity.
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Kontrable vs Rivermate: Contractor management alternative to Contractor of Record
Rivermate vs Kontrable: Contractor of Record services vs contractor management alternative. Compare legal protection, pricing, and control tradeoffs.
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Kontrable vs Emerald Technology: Contractor management alternative to EOR services
Emerald Technology vs Kontrable: Global EOR for employees vs contractor management alternative. Compare pricing, features, and hiring approaches.
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Kontrable vs Ontop: Contractor management alternative to borderless payroll
Ontop vs Kontrable: Integrated borderless payroll vs contractor management alternative. Compare pricing, features, and contractor payment approaches.
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Kontrable vs Remire: Contractor management alternative to EOR services
Remire vs Kontrable: EOR for employees vs contractor management alternative. Compare pricing, features, and whether you need employee or contractor services.
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Kontrable vs PamGro: Contractor management alternative to EOR services
PamGro vs Kontrable: EOR for employees vs contractor management alternative. Compare pricing, features, and whether you need employee or contractor services.
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Kontrable vs Thera: Contractor management with transparent vs custom pricing
Thera vs Kontrable: Custom pricing vs transparent flat-rate contractor management. Choose based on scale, predictability, and whether you need customization.
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Kontrable vs Multiplier: Contractor management for small teams
Multiplier vs Kontrable: Full-service contractor management vs DIY platform. Compare professional HR support, pricing, and contractor management approaches.
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Kontrable vs AYP Group: Contractor management vs Asia-focused EOR
AYP Group vs Kontrable: Asia employment vs global contractor management. Understand when to hire Asia-based employees or manage contractors internationally.
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Kontrable vs RemoFirst: Contractor management for small teams
RemoFirst vs Kontrable: Compare contractor management platforms. RemoFirst offers free tier plus Premium automation. Kontrable provides flat-rate contractor management.
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Kontrable vs Pebl: Contractor management vs employer of record
Pebl vs Kontrable: Employee of Record vs contractor management. Learn when to hire employees through Pebl or manage contractors with Kontrable.
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Kontrable vs Oyster HR: Contractor management for small teams
Oyster HR vs Kontrable: Compare contractor management platforms. Learn which is best for independent contractors, global hiring, and team workflows.
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Kontrable vs Remote.com: Contractor management for small teams
Kontrable is the Remote.com alternative for contractor management for small teams. Leave Remote.com's EOR fees behind.
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Global payment platforms for contractors: How they work, pros and cons
Compare Wise, Payoneer, Airwallex, PayPal, Revolut, and bank wires for contractor payouts. Fees, speed, and a clean audit trail with Kontrable.
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Contractor tax forms, at a glance: What to collect and why it matters
Know when to collect W-9 or W-8BEN and how to store them. Informational only—consult your tax advisor.
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Set rates and scope that stick: Getting agreements right from the start
Scope first, then price. Use milestones and change-order notes to keep projects predictable and fair.
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Tie work to payments with milestones: Structuring contractor projects for success
Replace time sheets with milestones. Define deliverables, amounts, due dates, and approvals to make payouts clean.
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Contractor agreements, simplified: What to include and why it matters
What to include in contractor agreements: scope, IP, confidentiality, payment, and termination. Templates and tips.
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Contractor compliance basics: What you need to know to reduce risk
Classification factors, scopes, IP, and documentation. Practical tips to reduce risk when engaging contractors globally.
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Contractor onboarding checklist: Getting contractors set up in 1-3 days
A step-by-step onboarding list: identity, contract, SOW, access, docs, and payment setup. Downloadable template.
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A practical playbook for managing contractors: Processes that scale from one to fifty
Scopes, milestones, approvals, and payouts. A clear workflow to manage contractors without adding heavy process.
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Payment guides
The real fees of paying contractors: Understanding costs and optimizing your spending
Understand per-payout, FX, and platform fees. Model costs and learn tactics to lower spend while keeping control.
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Payment guides
Keep clean proof of contractor payments: Documentation system that works
Store proofs and references for every payout. Attach bank/Wise/PayPal records and confirm receipt for audit and close.
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Payment guides
Contractor payment terms that work: Models, structures, and templates
Net terms, milestone-based payments, retainers, and deposits. Set clear terms contractors accept and finance can audit.
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Payment guides
International contractor payouts without an EOR: Practical guide to multi-currency payments
Pay global contractors directly. Handle currencies, FX, fees, and confirmations—keep control and an audit trail for finance.
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Payment guides
How to pay contractors: A complete step-by-step workflow
A simple, step-by-step guide to set payouts, pick providers, send funds, attach proof, and log confirmations for clean audits.
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Payment guides
The best ways to pay contractors: Comparing methods, costs, and when to use each
Compare bank wires, Wise, PayPal, Payoneer, and cards. Fees, speed, FX, and proof—choose the right method per country and payout size.
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Contractor payroll, explained
Contractor payroll, explained: How payment actually works for independent contractors
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Mass payouts without EOR fees: Coordinating batch payments directly
Coordinate payouts via Wise, PayPal, or Payoneer and track confirmations in one audit trail. Practical workflow.
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W-9 and W-8BEN basics: Tax documentation for contractor payments
When and why to collect W-9 or W-8BEN from contractors. Documentation tips and record-keeping reminders.
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IR35: What global teams should know about UK contractor taxation
A simple guide to IR35 basics, risk, and documentation. Not legal advice—use to inform conversations with counsel.
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Contractor vs Employee: Getting the classification right
Key tests and factors that distinguish contractors from employees. Reduce misclassification risk with clearer scopes.
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What is a Professional Employer Organization (PEO)?
Understand how PEOs co-employ staff, what they cost, and how they differ from EOR and contractor management.
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What is an Agent of Record (AOR)?
A quick guide to AOR: role, authority, and how it differs from EOR/PEO. When you might need one—and when you don't.
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EOR vendors compared: Which platform fits your hiring needs?
Neutral overview of leading EORs, strengths and limits, and when a contractor-first stack is a better fit.
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Mass payouts without an EOR
Coordinate mass payouts via Wise, PayPal, or Payoneer and keep a full audit trail—no EOR middleman required.
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International contractor compliance 101
Practical overview of engaging global contractors: scopes, IP, invoices, and records. Not legal advice.
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EOR vs PEO vs direct contractor management: Which model fits your team?
Compare EOR, PEO, and contractor management models in one table: ownership, cost, compliance, and flexibility.
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How to migrate off an EOR
Step-by-step plan to move from EOR to direct contractor management: contracts, payouts, comms, and risk checks.
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Breaking down EOR fees: What you're actually paying for
Understand EOR pricing: per-seat fees, per-payout charges, FX, and hidden costs. See examples vs flat contractor ops.
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Do you actually need an EOR?
Quick framework to decide if an EOR is necessary. Assess risk, headcount, locations, payroll needs, and contractor mix.
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EOR alternatives for contractor management
Skip EOR markups. See how to manage contracts, milestones, and pay contractors directly via Wise, PayPal, or Payoneer.
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Payment guides
How to pay and manage Kenyan contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying contractors in Kenya: Wise vs PayPal fees, KRA PIN requirements, tax compliance, currency considerations (USD vs KES), and contractor management tools.
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How to pay and manage Indonesian contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying contractors in Indonesia: Wise vs PayPal fees, NPWP requirements, tax compliance, currency considerations (USD vs IDR), and contractor management tools.
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How to pay and manage Romanian contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying contractors in Romania: Wise vs PayPal fees, CIF requirements, ANAF compliance, currency considerations (EUR vs RON), and contractor management tools.
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How to pay and manage Nigerian contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying contractors in Nigeria: Wise vs PayPal fees, TIN requirements, FIRS compliance, currency considerations (USD vs NGN), and contractor management tools.
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How to pay and manage Bangladeshi contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying contractors in Bangladesh: Wise vs PayPal fees, TIN requirements, NBR compliance, currency considerations (USD vs BDT), and contractor management tools.
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How to pay and manage Colombian contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying contractors in Colombia: Wise vs PayPal fees, NIT requirements, DIAN compliance, currency considerations (USD vs COP), and contractor management tools.
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How to pay and manage Vietnamese contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying contractors in Vietnam: Wise vs PayPal fees, tax requirements, currency considerations (USD vs VND), and contractor management tools.
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How to pay and manage Polish contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying contractors in Poland: Wise vs PayPal fees, NIP requirements, ZUS compliance, currency considerations (EUR vs PLN), and contractor management tools.
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How to pay and manage Ukrainian contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying contractors in Ukraine: Wise vs PayPal fees, tax requirements, currency considerations (USD vs UAH), and contractor management tools.
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How to pay and manage Argentine contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying contractors in Argentina: Fees, CUIT/CUIL requirements, AFIP compliance, currency considerations (USD vs ARS), and contractor management tools.
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How to pay and manage Brazilian contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying contractors in Brazil: Wise vs PayPal fees, CPF/CNPJ requirements, Receita Federal compliance, currency considerations (USD vs BRL), and contractor management tools.
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How to pay and manage Mexican contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying contractors in Mexico: Wise vs PayPal fees, SAT tax requirements, RFC registration, currency considerations (USD vs MXN), and contractor management tools.
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How to pay and manage Pakistani contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying contractors in Pakistan: Wise vs PayPal fees, FBR tax requirements, currency considerations (USD vs PKR), and contractor management tools.
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How to pay and manage German contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying German contractors: Scheinselbständigkeit risks, VAT/USt requirements, SEPA vs Wise, and contractor compliance.
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How to pay and manage Indian contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying Indian contractors: Wise vs PayPal fees, GST requirements, TDS withholding, FEMA compliance, and INR currency conversion.
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How to pay and manage Australian contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying Australian contractors: ABN requirements, GST, superannuation exemptions, PayID vs Wise, and contractor management.
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How to pay and manage Filipino contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying Filipino contractors: Wise vs PayPal fees, BIR requirements, withholding tax, and PHP currency conversion.
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How to pay and manage Canadian contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying Canadian contractors: T4A forms, provincial taxes, GST/HST, Interac vs Wise payments, and contractor management.
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How to pay and manage UK contractors: A practical guide
Complete guide to paying UK contractors: IR35 compliance, self-assessment, HMRC rules, BACS vs Wise payments, and contractor management.
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