What is difference between W2AND C2c

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W2 and C2C are two different employment types in the US IT industry.

W2 is a full-time employment type where the employee is on the company's payroll and receives benefits like health insurance, paid time off, etc.
C2C is a contract-based employment type where the employee is a contractor and works on a project basis. The contractor is responsible for their own taxes and benefits.
W2 employees are paid a salary while C2C employees are paid on an hourly or project basis.
W2 employees have a long-term commitment to the company while C2C employees work on a project-to-project basis.
W2 employees have a fixed schedule while C2C employees have a flexible schedule.
W2 employees have a lower hourly rate compared to C2C employees due to the benefits they receive.

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The main difference between W-2 (Wage and Tax Statement) and C2C (Corp-to-Corp) arrangements lies in how employment and taxes are structured for professionals, usually in the context of contracting work. Here's a breakdown:

1. W-2 Employment:
Structure: You are employed directly by the company (or by a staffing agency on behalf of a company) and receive a regular paycheck.
Taxes: The employer withholds federal and state income taxes, Social Security, and Medicare taxes from your paycheck. The employer may also pay unemployment taxes and provide benefits like health insurance, 401(k) matching, etc.
Pros: Less administrative overhead for you, as taxes are withheld automatically. Access to benefits and other employee perks, such as paid leave or insurance coverage, may be available.
Cons: Potentially lower take-home pay compared to other arrangements because of withheld taxes and benefits-related costs.
2. C2C (Corp-to-Corp):
Structure: You must have your own corporation (e.g., an LLC or S-Corp) to engage in C2C contracts. The contract is established between your corporation and the client's corporation.
Taxes: You are responsible for handling your own taxes, including federal, state, and self-employment taxes. No taxes are withheld upfront; you must make estimated tax payments yourself.
Pros: Potential for higher take-home pay as there is no automatic withholding. This arrangement offers greater flexibility and allows you to deduct business-related expenses.
Cons: More administrative work since you need to handle taxes and potentially obtain business insurance. No traditional employment benefits, like health insurance or retirement plans, unless you arrange them for yourself.

What is difference between W2AND C2c

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