Author:
Rachel Blakely-Gray
As Patriot's Content Manager, Rachel creates engaging and informative content aimed to help business owners understand complex accounting and payroll topics.
Remote Work Map: The States With the Most People Working from Home
Remote work may have taken the nation by storm during the pandemic, but it isn’t evenly distributed across the USA. For example, Colorado and Massachusetts have a significantly higher remote-work rate than Mississippi and Alabama.
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No Tax on Overtime: What to Know in 2025 and Beyond
Tucked inside the massive One Big Beautiful Bill Act (signed on July 4, 2025), the new “no tax on overtime,” rule gives many hourly workers a reason to pay closer attention to their pay stubs. Retroactive to January 2025, eligible employees can deduct a chunk of their overtime earnings from their federal taxable income. The […]
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401(k) Contribution Limits 2026, Plus IRA Contribution Limits & More [Chart]
How much can employees contribute to their retirement plans? Whether investing in a 401(k), IRA, or another retirement plan, you and your team should understand the rules and limits for 2026. Use our quick-reference chart to learn 401(k) contribution limits 2026, IRA contribution limits, and more.
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How to Generate a W-2: Use Software or Manually Fill in the Form
The year-end and new year are filled with payroll responsibilities, like filing and distributing Forms W-2 to your team. But first, you need to know how to generate a W-2 form for your employees.
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Top Questions About Health Insurance Small Business Owners Ask
So, you’re thinking about offering health benefits to your small business employees. Entering the world of health insurance can be overwhelming. From choosing a plan to claiming tax incentives, you might have questions about health insurance.
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How to Choose Health Insurance Plans for Your Small Business
Fifty-four percent of businesses with three or more workers (and 98% of businesses with at least 200 employees) offer health benefits. If you’re thinking of jumping on the bandwagon, you might have questions. How much does health insurance cost? What kind of health benefits do your employees want? Read on to learn how to choose […]
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How Much Does Health Insurance Cost Employers?
Health insurance is one of the most expensive benefits a small business can provide. It’s also one of the most sought-after by employees. So how much does health insurance cost?
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The Side Hustle Nation: How Americans Are Turning Passion Into Paychecks
From selling crafts online to driving for a rideshare app, it seems like everyone has a side hustle these days. To find out what’s behind the trend, our new survey of 1,000 Americans dug into the motivations of the modern gig worker.
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Payroll Automation: Take Payroll Off Your To-do List
Running payroll can take hours if you do it by hand. Full-service payroll software streamlines the payroll process by handling payroll tax calculations, filings, and deposits. But, you typically need to log in and click a few buttons to process payroll. You might be wondering, Is there a way to automate payroll? The answer is […]
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