Crew Leasong & Contract Flying
Jeez, this sounds like a novel just waiting to be written.
Seriously, guy & gals, I've had experience with 3 Crew Leasing Companies and actually flown as a contract pilot once. The one valuable lesson I learned is this: No matter how good the contract sounds or looks, it usually isn't. Plus, one more thing: The proverbial carpet can be yanked out from under you at any time, and you may never recover funds you're owed.