Alex Dodd/flickr Flakka is made from a compound called alpha-PVP, a chemical cousin of cathinone, the amphetamine-like drug found in bath salts. Here's the worst part: While the active ingredient in bath salts was officially banned in 2011, its newer relative, alpha-PVP, was not.ike cocaine and meth, flakka comes with a comedown, the period when the drug leaves the body and the person is left feeling fatigued or depressed. This sensation often results in users returning to the drug to get rid of the negative comedown feeling, jump-starting a cycle of use that can lead to abuse.
(However, LLC owners also get to deduct half of the total amount from their taxable income, which saves a few tax dollars.) The self-employment tax rate for business owners is 15.3% of net income up to an annual threshold and then 2.9% for income above the threshold amount.
Self Employment Tax. The self-employed are required to pay a self-employment tax. In 2009, the self-employment tax was 15.3 percent of the first $106,800 net earnings; all earnings $106,800 are taxed at 2.9 percent for Medicare.This tax is the Social Security and Medicare tax that is normally paid by employers.elf Employment Tax. The self-employed are required to pay a self-employment tax. In 2009, the self-employment tax was 15.3 percent of the first $106,800 net earnings; all earnings $106,800 are taxed at 2.9 percent for Medicare.