how do you pay an independent contractor 
you pay an independent contractor just like you would pay any freelancer that could be by the hour by the project or a flat fee you can pay an independent contractor by check venmo paypal or cash the bottom lineworking as an independent contractor can be a great way to earn a living for people who desire flexibility don t mind inconsistent earnings and who can manage their time while potentially juggling multiple clients in addition independent contractors must be comfortable with filing their taxes with the irs and paying for their own insurance plus retirement savings for some the freedom to choose projects and the flexibility of working for themselves make the challenges worth it 