Small business owners are the backbone of America’s economy. In 2025, they’re facing an unpredictable landscape shaped by inflation, shifting workforce dynamics, new technologies, and differences in state policies that can make or break a venture.
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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.
No Tax on Overtime: What to Know in 2025
Article updated 9/10/25 to reflect proposed 2026 Form W-4 changes. 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 […]
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No Tax on Tips: How Is Payroll Affected?
This article was updated 9/10/2025 to reflect the proposed occupation list from the Dept. of Treasury and draft of Form W-4 for 2026. Tipped income is already complicated, and it just got more so. With the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), major tax changes are here in 2025. One of the […]
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The Million-dollar Question: How to Make More Money as an Accountant
In 2024, the median pay for accountants and auditors was $81,680 annually. But the highest 10% of accountants earn over $141,420. And if you’re like most hard-working accounting professionals, you may wonder how to make more money as an accountant.
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Trump Accounts: A New Benefit for Your Team?
In July 2025, the government passed a massive bill (“The One Big Beautiful Bill”). The bill made sweeping changes like no tax on overtime and no tax on tips. It also established “Trump Accounts” for children. So what is a Trump Account, and what does it have to do with employers? What are “Trump Accounts?” […]
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The Best Payroll Software for Small Business, Based on Reviews
Software can make payroll, and your life, much easier. But, choosing a payroll system can be overwhelming. And as a savvy business owner, you want to find the best payroll software for a small business. You can look at small business payroll software reviews to help you choose.
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An Accountant’s Guide to Offering Payroll Services to Clients
“Do you handle payroll too?” It might be time to say yes if your clients have asked this question. And here’s the best part: offering payroll services provides a new revenue stream with minimal effort, thanks to cloud-based payroll systems.
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How to Get a PTIN So You Can Prepare Your Clients’ Tax Returns
Do you have a valid PTIN? Getting or renewing a Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) is required for preparing or assisting in preparing a return or refund claim. This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to get a PTIN, including the application process, fees, and renewal requirements.
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How Much Do Accountants Charge in 2025? Determining Your Fees
Setting your accounting service rates for the first time or updating them? Either way, you might be wondering: How much do accountants charge?
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Paid Sick Leave Laws by State: The Chart, Map, & Accrual Info You Need
Typically, employers get to choose whether they want to offer types of paid time off, like sick leave, to employees. But depending on your business location, you might not have a choice. Little by little, paid sick leave laws by state are on the rise.
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