Dr. Freelance, I have a pre-existing health condition, and I am considering taking a part-time position with one of my clients as a way of securing affordable insurance. I haven’t made my final decision, because it feels like I’m “giving up” if I’m no longer freelance-only. What’s your opinion? — 100% 1099

100% 1099, I understand your pride in being full-time freelance. That pride, however, needs to take a back seat to the more practical matters, which are 1) your health and 2) your overall financial well-being. [Read more…]