You’ve likely heard about—or experienced firsthand—a shortage of accountants. So what gives? Where did all the accountants and prospective accountants go? And what can you do if you experience talent shortages in your firm?
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Big Changes to IRS Electronic Filing Requirements in 2024
On February 21, 2023, the IRS made significant changes to the electronic filing requirements that will take effect in 2024. The IRS electronic filing changes may impact you if you have employees, work with independent contractors, or meet other requirements.
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Patriot Software Has Processed Over $13 Billion in Payroll
Canton, OH The accounting software and payroll services provider, Patriot Software, has processed over $13 billion in payroll and payroll tax dollars since 2018, a milestone for the SaaS developer.
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What to Know About Form CP-575 [IRS EIN Notice]
Most businesses need—or will at some point need—an Employer Identification Number (EIN). You include your EIN on documents like Form W-2 and business tax returns. To get an EIN, you must apply with the IRS. In response, the IRS will send you an EIN confirmation notice called Form CP-575.
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Minnesota Paid Family Leave to Launch in 2026
The Land of 10,000 Lakes is the latest state to launch a paid family and medical leave program. Beginning in 2026, Minnesota employers will be responsible for handling payroll deductions for the new Minnesota paid family leave program.
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Don’t Create Your Maternity Leave Policy Until You Understand Employee Rights
At some point, one of your employees may need to take time off before and after giving birth. You must create and implement a maternity leave policy before that happens. But before you can establish your policy, familiarize yourself with and comply with maternity leave laws.
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States With Paid Family Leave [+ Chart]
According to the most recent BLS data, 23% of private industry workers regularly have access to paid family leave. Do yours? If you do business in one of the states with paid family leave laws, the answer should be yes.
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Patriot Software & Vestwell Offer Free Webinar on SECURE Act 2.0
Canton, OH Patriot Software, an award-winning accounting and payroll software provider, will co-host a webinar on SECURE Act 2.0 retirement tax credits and deadlines with partner Vestwell, a leading 401(k) recordkeeping provider for small businesses. The webinar, “Small Business, Big Benefits: Navigate Upcoming Retirement Plan Deadlines and New Tax Advantages,” will take place on July […]
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Is Juneteenth a Holiday? What Employers Need to Know
Whether you offer time off or need to process direct deposit, staying on top of legal holidays is a must. And when it comes to Juneteenth, you need to keep updated with the latest federal and state holiday status changes. So, is Juneteenth a holiday?
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The Average Cost of Living by State, and Why Ignoring it Could Sink Your Business
You hear about it all the time in the news—Cost of living rising! Maybe you think about it on a daily basis—Do I earn enough to cover my standard of living?
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