Reducing an employee’s salary is not an easy decision to make. Unfortunately, salary reduction might be necessary. If an employee is not succeeding in their position, it may be time for a pay cut.
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What Is IRS Form 1094-C?
If you’re an employer who’s required to offer health insurance to employees, you may be familiar with Form 1095-C. But, how much do you know about Form 1095-C’s counterpart, IRS Form 1094-C? Get the inside scoop on what is Form 1094-C, how it differs from a 1095-C form, and more.
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Creating an Unlimited PTO Policy
Offering paid time off (PTO) is a benefit many small business owners extend to employees. Although the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) does not typically require PTO, many business owners provide paid vacation and personal days. And, some employers may even offer unlimited PTO policies. Have you considered creating an unlimited PTO policy for your […]
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Doffing and Donning Definition
Employers might require employees to wear uniforms or protective gear depending on the type of business and work environment. To follow federal and state laws, employers must know the regulations of employees putting on and taking off work-related gear and clothing, otherwise known as donning and doffing.
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Planning for the Worst: Disaster Recovery Payroll
As a small business owner, you have to hope for the best and prepare for the worst. One of the worst things that can happen to your small business is a natural disaster.
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Are You Correctly Calculating Overtime for Tipped Employees?
One major blunder small business owners make is not paying their tipped employees the correct wages. And when it comes to you paying tipped employees overtime, things can get a little more complicated. So, are you using the correct overtime rate for your employees who receive tips? Read on to learn the right way to […]
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How to Build a Transparent Travel Reimbursement Policy
As a business owner, you’re bound to reimburse employees for business expenses at some point, especially if they’re traveling for business purposes. If you reimburse employees for costs while traveling, you might consider creating a travel reimbursement policy.
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Clarifying Temporary vs. Seasonal Employees Once and for All
As an employer, bringing in reinforcements at your small business is sometimes necessary. To keep up with customer demands during peak seasons, you might need to hire additional employees, such as seasonal or temporary workers.
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What Is a Schedule H, and Are You Obligated to File One?
Do you employ a household employee? Or, are you thinking about potentially hiring one? If so, you should know that hiring a household worker is not synonymous with hiring regular employees. When it comes to being a household employer, you must prepare for additional responsibilities. One of your newfound responsibilities is filing a Schedule H […]
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Family Taxation: Are You Legally Taxing Your Loved Ones?
Approximately 90% of small businesses are either family-owned or run by family members. If your business falls into the majority, you’ve likely hired a few (or more than a few) family members to work at your company. If you employ relatives, you need to make sure you’re staying legally compliant and taxing them correctly. Otherwise, […]
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