When you become an employer, part of your responsibilities include handling payroll taxes. On top of remitting taxes, you also might employ workers in a state with a paid family leave program, such as New York.
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Your Guide to Navigating Through Personal Use of Company Car Rules
Do your employees use company-owned or leased vehicles for personal reasons? If so, you need to know how to handle reporting personal use of company car for wage and tax purposes.
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Payroll 101: How to Set up Payroll for a Small Business
Hired your first employee? Check. Set a start date? Check. Ready to process payroll? Not quite yet. Before you can start paying your employees, there are a few steps you need to know and some terms to learn. This handy payroll 101 guide explains how to set up payroll the right way so you can […]
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How Much Does an Employee Cost? Busting Myths With an Infographic
The greatest expense for small business owners is often payroll. Why? Because when you hire employees, you pay more than just their wages—you also pay payroll taxes, benefits contributions, and other miscellaneous expenses.
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Must-know Pay Frequency Requirements by State
How often do you need to pay your employees? When you choose a paycheck frequency for your business, you need to follow state and federal payment laws. Learn about pay frequency requirements by state and federal payday laws.
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Keep It Legal: What You Need to Know About Child Labor Laws to Avoid Penalties
Hiring employees can be exciting, especially if it means your business is growing. But if you’re hiring someone under 18 years old, you need to know child labor laws. Why? Because the employment of minors carries stricter regulations than adult employment. Not to mention, ignoring child labor laws can result in penalties from the federal […]
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5 Basic Payroll Tips to Start the Year Out Right
New years are for new beginnings. And with a new year just around the corner, now’s the time to get your payroll squared away. When it comes to payroll, experienced employers and those just getting started can learn new tips to make payroll easier than ever. Read on for payroll tips to start your year […]
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How to Convert a Worker from Contractor to Employee
At some point, you might need to convert an independent contractor to an employee.
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What’s the Difference Between Pre-tax and Post-tax Deductions?
If you provide benefits to employees, you probably wonder how to withhold wages for the benefits properly. Do you withhold the premiums and contributions before or after taxes? Can you choose to withhold however you want? Well, it depends on the benefit. So, you must understand the difference between pre-tax vs. post-tax deductions.
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The Million Dollar Question: What Are Payroll Taxes Used For?
With each payroll, you and your employees have to pay taxes. You collect and remit the money, but what are payroll taxes used for? What does the government do with that money?
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