Patriot takes the Best for Customer Satisfaction distinction in the payroll category from Software Advice.
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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.
How to Transition From DIY Bookkeeping to a Professional Accountant
Key Takeaways − It may be time to hire an accountant if bookkeeping eats your time, feels confusing, or risks mistakes Before you transition, clean up your records, choose accounting software, and document your processes. A smooth handoff includes: organizing data, granting secure access, and setting expectations with your new accountant. The right accountant plus […]
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Americans Love PTO. They’re Still Confused By It.
When a child wakes up sick or burnout hits midweek, most employees don’t think about policy language. They think about certainty.
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Cost-benefit Analysis: The True Cost of Accounting Errors vs. Hiring a CPA
Key Takeaways − Accounting mistakes can quietly cost you thousands in penalties, lost deductions, and bad decisions. Hiring a CPA costs money, but it can reduce errors, improve tax savings, and give you better financial insight. DIY accounting vs. hiring an accountant isn’t all-or-nothing. You can combine simple software with expert help. For many small […]
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Signs Your Small Business Has Outgrown DIY Accounting
Quick Answer: You’ve likely outgrown DIY accounting when bookkeeping eats your nights and weekends, you’re second-guessing your numbers at tax time, and your books can’t keep up with growth. At that point, it’s time to upgrade your system, your support, or both.
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Can You Pay an Employee Two Different Hourly Rates? Employer Considerations
When employees wear multiple hats, payroll gets complicated fast. Here’s what small business owners need to know, including the overtime rules most people miss.
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How Much Do Small Business Owners Make? The Answer May Surprise You
Running a small business takes passion, gumption, and determination. But, becoming a small business owner isn’t a fast track to getting rich. So, how much do small business owners make?
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How to Automate Overtime Calculations for Nurses and Medical Staff
Key Takeaways − Overtime for nurses and medical staff gets complicated fast: rotating shifts, long hours, and multiple pay rates. Automating overtime calculations helps you stay compliant, reduce costly errors, and pay staff accurately and on time. The right payroll software lets you set overtime rules once, sync hours from timekeeping, and run payroll in […]
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How Shift Scheduling Impacts Payroll (and How to Simplify It for Healthcare)
Key takeaways − Shift scheduling directly affects payroll: hours worked, overtime, differentials, and compliance. In healthcare, rotating shifts, 24/7 coverage, and multiple pay rates make payroll more complex. Poor scheduling leads to payroll errors, overtime spikes, and higher labor costs. Tight scheduling and payroll integration help you control costs, reduce mistakes, and stay compliant. Using […]
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Two-thirds of Workers Would Self-impose Caps With Unlimited PTO, New Survey Finds
Patriot Software survey of 1,000 U.S. workers finds widespread confusion, generational divides, and financial strain around paid time off policies.
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