[Nifster]

and she wasn’t 50plus tears old….

I agree with you but it is not like it used to be. The age you are (or are perceived to be) makes a HUGE difference

[RoosterRedux]

Actually, she was 48. The firms that thought of using her as an independent contractor didn't care about her age because they weren't employing her...just using her as an independent contractor.

I am 65 and have spoken with several firms about the same and they like that I am older. They get the work and the experience but they don't take a risk re: employment.