State-mandated retirement plans are here to nudge (erhm, push) employers into helping employees save for their future. But, all the different rules and regulations can cause you to trip on your way to offering retirement plans.
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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.
Do Night Shift Workers Get Paid for Daylight Savings? And More Payroll Questions
Seven out of 10 Americans aren’t fans of changing the clocks at the start and end of daylight saving time (DST). And if you have employees who work the graveyard shift, you might not like the payroll issues that come with DST. So, how does daylight savings time work when employees are on the clock? […]
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How to File Employee Taxes (Federal Income, Social Security, & More)
You’re part business owner, part marketer, and part … payroll tax filing extraordinaire. And being a payroll tax filing extraordinaire requires that you know how to file employee taxes.
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Tax Relief in Disaster Situations
When disaster strikes, you have a lot on your mind. Your first thoughts might be of repairing damages and getting your business back up and running. But then, it hits you … Oh no, my taxes are due soon. Thankfully, there’s tax relief in disaster situations.
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ERC Voluntary Disclosure Program Reopened, Giving Discounts on Questionable Claims
The employee retention credit (ERC) was a lifeline for small businesses struggling to stay open during the pandemic. But bad actors quickly pounced on the opportunity. “ERC mills” began aggressive marketing campaigns advising employers to apply (even if they didn’t qualify) and collecting hefty upfront fees.
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Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Is Required for LLCs, Corps, More
A new rule, known as company beneficial ownership information reporting, took effect on January 1, 2024, impacting small business owners nationwide.
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HR Software for Small Business: What Exactly Does It Do?
Is HR software for small business worth the price? How can it help your business stay on top of HR tasks like compliance, reporting, and employee information management?
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How to Build an Employee Benefits Package
Don’t let your #1 candidate pick or top-tier employee be the one who got away. Whether it’s an employer’s or employee’s market, the job market for top talent is competitive. You need a robust employee benefits package to attract and retain talent.
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Sign-on Bonus: Everything You Need to Know Before Offering One
You’re struggling to find good, quality candidates to fill an open position. Or, you’ve found the perfect candidate and want to sweeten the job offer. What do you do? In either case, you may consider offering a sign-on bonus.
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How Much Do Accountants Charge? 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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