But my property management don't like me using this Handyman who is uninsured and self employed.

About the minimum criteria for tenant, I was mainly looking at what Brandon mentions here http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/01/04/how-to-rent-your-houseAbout the initial screening process, I am copy/pasting from the article mentioned above, but I will definitely give this more thought.The gross monthly income must equal approximately three times or more the monthly rentApplicants must have a favorable credit history.Applicants must be employed and be able to furnish acceptable proof of the required income.Applicants musth have good references concerning rental payment, housekeeping, and property maintenance from all previous Landlords.We limit the number of occupants to two per bedroom (per State law)Well, the questions will be in a format that will not give my game away :)I'm pretty sure you are absolutely correct in pointing out that I'll need the lease agreement before I show the place to people.

If you're self-employed without employees, you may also qualify for an Individual 401k plan.

If not, call them out on it & consider an "employment adjustment."

When I told him the funds to the HSA were employer contributed, he said that was even better (free money).

I've been self-employed for less than 2 years.

I signed up for a free account, and this site is straight click bait.

One had recently won a medical judgement, the other was relocating and trying to find employment.

This clause also stipulates the Consult is an independent contractor for the REI and the REI is under no obligation to provide any benefits normally associated with employment i.e. workman’s' comp or health care etc. 10.

But you're really stuck paying taxes at the same rate a guy who buys leather and makes shoes would pay.You may also be subject to SET - self employment taxes.A good CPA is essential for minimizing your tax bill.