Key Takeaways − Cloud-based payroll lets you run payroll from anywhere with internet access (no office, server, or VPN needed). Your team can view pay stubs, update info, and access tax forms from their phones or laptops. Cloud systems typically offer automatic updates, data backups, and bank-level security. Desktop payroll ties you to one computer […]
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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.
The Loyalty Tax: Why 60% of Workers Say Staying Hurts Their Pay
A new Patriot Software survey of 1,000 U.S. adults who voluntarily switched jobs in the past five years found that 59.9% believe staying at one company for five or more years actively hurts their earning potential. Among Gen Z, that number climbs to 70.4%. These job hoppers’ personal experiences back up that belief: 60.6% of switchers […]
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Hidden Costs of Desktop Payroll Software: Maintenance and Upgrades
Key Takeaways − Desktop payroll looks cheap upfront, but maintenance, upgrades, and IT support add up fast. Hidden costs include hardware, backups, security, patches, and time spent installing updates. Cloud-based payroll shifts work off your plate: updates, backups, and security are handled for you. If you’re spending too much time “babysitting” payroll software, it may […]
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47.7% of Small Business Owners Have Skipped or Delayed Their Paycheck, New Survey Finds
Patriot Software survey of 1,000 small business owners and managers reveals the sacrifices they make every day to keep things running.
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Nearly 9 Out of 10 Customers Recommend Patriot Software
Based on an NPS promoter score recorded over the past 12 months, nearly 9 out of 10 customers would recommend Patriot’s accounting and payroll products to friends, family, or colleagues.
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Security Showdown: Cloud Payroll vs. Desktop Software
Key Takeaways − Cloud payroll stores your data on secure, remote servers you access via the internet. Desktop payroll stores data on your own computer(s). Cloud vendors typically provide encryption, backups, and automatic updates. Desktop gives you physical control, but you’re also responsible for backups, updates, and security. Most small businesses today opt for cloud […]
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The Operational Benefits of Offering White-label Payroll as a CPA
Key Takeaways − White-label payroll lets you offer payroll under your own brand, powered by a payroll software provider. You can streamline operations, reduce manual work, and lower risk compared to DIY payroll setups. Adding payroll can deepen client relationships and create new, recurring revenue streams. The right software partner handles the heavy lifting so […]
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Marketing White-label Payroll Solutions to Existing Tax Clients
Key Takeaways − Your existing tax clients are your easiest buyers for white-label payroll. Lead with benefits they care about: time savings, accuracy, and one trusted advisor. Use simple, repeatable marketing plays: tax-season scripts, emails, and review meetings. Position payroll as a monthly solution, not a one-time add-on. Start small, refine your pitch, then scale […]
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The 2026 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 in my state?
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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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