# I’ve Hired Independent Contractors for 20 Years. Here Are 7 Downsides Every Business Owner Should Know

- Source: Entrepreneur
- Published: 2026-10-30T21:00:00+00:00
- Category: Business
- Original: https://www.entrepreneur.com/building-a-business/ive-hired-independent-contractors-for-20-years-here-are-7-downsides-every-business-owner-should-know
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Independent contractors offer flexibility and specialized expertise, but the savings come with trade-offs.

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