If you run healthcare clinics in more than one state, payroll gets complicated fast. Each state can have different rules for minimum wage and overtime, paid sick leave and other benefits, state income tax and unemployment insurance, and pay frequency and pay stub requirements.
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How to Pay Payroll Taxes: Step-by-step Guide
March 12, 2026There are a lot of things to keep track of as a business owner, with payroll taxes being one of them. The IRS requires you to withhold payroll taxes on your employees’ earnings and also contribute payroll taxes. This process can be complicated if you aren’t prepared. Read on to learn the difference between income […]
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How to Choose a Payroll Service for Your Business
March 11, 2026Payroll software makes paying employees a breeze by calculating federal, state, and local taxes. If you’ve decided you want to use software to run payroll, you can put away your calculator and income tax withholding tables (hooray!). But, do you know how to choose a payroll service?
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Paying Remote Employees
March 11, 2026Remote work is gaining popularity across the globe (just check out our remote work map for the full scoop). And if remote work is a whole new ballgame for your business, you may be wondering what you need to do differently to pay your workers who telecommute. Read on to learn what aspects you need […]
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HR Software for Small Business: Features, Benefits, and How to Choose
March 10, 2026Key Takeaways − HR software streamlines core HR tasks like employee records, documents, compliance, reporting, and benefits administration. The biggest time-saver for small businesses is HR + payroll integration, which automates tax filings, syncs employee data, and reduces manual entry. Core features to expect: Employee information management, document templates, compliance tools, HR reports, handbook builder, […]
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Common Payroll Laws by State
March 10, 2026When it comes to payroll regulations, there’s a lot you need to keep track of. In addition to federal laws, your state likely has its own rules in place. So, how familiar are you with payroll laws by state?
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Payroll Trends for Small Businesses in 2026
March 10, 2026Employee count, compensation, benefits, and taxes are all key components of payroll, the process of paying your employees. Changes in the economy, employees’ priorities, and technology shape everything from how you run payroll to your payroll costs. Are you staying on top of the latest payroll trends?
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Cloud Accounting Software: Questions to Consider
March 6, 2026Key Takeaways − Cloud accounting keeps your books online so you can access them anywhere, collaborate in real time, and reduce manual work. When choosing software, evaluate budget, time savings, ease of use, business fit, features, support, security, and data protection. Compare cloud vs. desktop by accessibility, updates/maintenance, backups, integrations, and internet needs. Prioritize core […]
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Offering Payroll Services for Accountants and Bookkeepers: A Practical Guide
March 6, 2026Key Takeaways − Payroll services create recurring revenue, strengthen client relationships, and expand your advisory role without hiring a payroll team when you use a full-service or white-label provider. Look for reliability, automation (tax filings/deposits), accountant pricing, co-branding/white-label options, integrations, security, and responsive support. Start small: Choose a partner, set pricing, start with 3–5 clients, […]
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What Happens If Payroll Taxes Are Filed or Paid Late?
March 6, 2026Collecting, reporting, and remitting payroll taxes are some of your key responsibilities when you have employees. And if you forget or downright neglect your responsibility, your small business could receive a penalty for not paying payroll taxes.
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