Originally Posted by **********

This is a big mistake in my opinion. If you payout by cash you will have a very hard time when tax time comes around. As someone who has dealt with audits and taxation, I can tell you that you want documentation, and proper accounting and balance sheets.

Also, You will never want to be be placed into a position where chat models will claim they haven't been paid when in fact they were. In the event of any other dispute, you will have no proof whatsoever.