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Can I afford to hire?

Put in what you'd pay, what it frees up, and where your business stands today. See the real monthly cost, what they need to bring in, and whether your cash can carry them while they ramp up.

What you'd pay Hourly pay Hours a week Costs on top of pay (%)Employer payroll taxes, workers' comp and any benefits. Your payroll provider or CPA can tell you this number. Other costs a monthPhone, tools, uniform, software seat, vehicle, training.

What it brings in Hours a week it frees up for you What an hour of your time brings inProfit you'd bring in selling, estimating or doing jobs with that time. Be honest: if you'd spend it at home, that's worth it too, but it doesn't pay the hire. Extra profit from their own work a monthIf they do billable work: what it brings in, minus materials. Weeks until they're fully up to speed

Your business today Average monthly profit right nowAfter all costs, before you pay yourself extra. Cash in the business account

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This is a planning tool for education, not financial, tax or legal advice. Check payroll costs, labor rules and taxes with your CPA or payroll provider before you hire.

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