Seems like you should just deduct health insurance, business operating expenses, workspace costs, and Social Security / Medicare taxes. As to what you should t

Seems like you should just deduct health insurance, business operating expenses, workspace costs, and Social Security / Medicare taxes. As to what you should tell employers -- don't answer questions regarding salary expectations! It reduces your negotiating leverage. Say something generic like "It depends on the position, but I'm curious what you're seeing as the salary range for this position."