Some may have been holding back, like GE, BoA, Boeing, who have held off in an attempt to keep employment low for political reasosn (so long as it didn't really cost them anything).

There's a reason many contractors are self-employed.

FWIW, my tenant blamed his employer for not paying him on time when he was late on rent once.

In the future, I think I will look back at those experiences and be very glad they happened.My current employment allows me to put away a decent amount of money a month.

I'm new to wholesaling and investing, although I have enough of a background and have been studying it for a while and understand much of it; just haven't done it.I've been self-employed for a few years now and work has slowed down to nearly nothing.

In higher end rentals you tend to get a higher income more stable renter, one with steady employment and social responsibilty.

Also, if you get paid through a corp you can avoid paying self-employment taxes.

Due to the addition of this form, they have been impressed with my understanding of our finances.Hope this helps you understand your income as an investor, as well.The Formhttp://docs.pnlending.com/FNMA%20Self%20Emp%20Income%20Analysis.pdfPFD - Explanation on how to fill out and understand this form.https://www.fanniemae.com/content/guide_form/1084.pdfPower Point - Understanding Form 1084 for Self-Employed Borrowershttp://fanniemae.articulate-online.com/ContentRegistration.aspx?

When I lived in Seattle, I worked as an independent contractor, self-employed sign language interpreter.

I'm hoping Claremont (my home town) will bounce back some day, but that would take employers moving into the area.Hope that helps.