As a small business owner, paying close attention to your finances is vital to the survival and growth of your company. You can handle much of your accounting on your own with some time and resources. But when you look at your books and feel lost, it might be time to call an expert.
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How to Seamlessly Convert Contractors to Employees
June 24, 2026At some point, you might need to convert an independent contractor to an employee.
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The Best Guide to Paying and Managing Out-of-State Remote Employees (2026)
June 24, 2026Remote work is becoming more common. If you hire remote workers who work in a different state than where your business is located, you need to know how to handle pay and employment issues.
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The Loyalty Tax: Why 60% of Workers Say Staying Hurts Their Pay
June 22, 2026A 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
June 19, 2026Key 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
June 17, 2026Patriot 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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Patriot Software Expands HR Software with HR Experts & Training
June 17, 2026Canton, OH Patriot Software today announced the launch of HR Experts & Training, a new add-on for Patriot Human Resources Software customers who need practical HR support and employee training without hiring a full internal HR team. Powered by Mineral, the add-on gives small businesses unlimited access to certified HR professionals by phone or online, […]
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Nearly 9 Out of 10 Customers Recommend Patriot Software
June 16, 2026Based 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
June 15, 2026Key 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
June 12, 2026Key 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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