Do you run a church, ministry, or faith-based nonprofit? If so, payroll and taxes can feel complicated, especially when clergy housing allowances enter the picture.
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How to Accurately Calculate a Clergy Housing Allowance
April 15, 2026Key Takeaways − A clergy housing allowance lets qualifying ministers exclude part of their compensation from federal income tax, up to certain limits. The church or organization must officially designate the allowance in advance. The excludable amount is the lowest of 1) The amount officially designated as housing allowance, 2) The minister’s actual housing expenses, […]
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The Risks of Skipping Workers’ Compensation for Your First Hire
April 14, 2026Key Takeaways − In many states, you need workers’ compensation insurance for one employee. Skipping coverage can expose you to lawsuits, medical bills, fines, and criminal charges, depending on your state. Workers’ comp helps cover medical costs and lost wages when employees are hurt on the job. Even “safe” office jobs carry risk: slips, falls, […]
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How Much Does Workers’ Comp Cost for a Single Employee?
April 13, 2026Key Takeaways − Workers’ comp for one employee often costs a few hundred dollars per year, but it can be more or less depending on your situation. Your industry risk, state, payroll amount, and claims history drive your rate. Many states require workers’ comp even if you have just one employee. You’ll usually pay a […]
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Workers’ Compensation Exemptions: What Small Business Owners Need to Know
April 13, 2026Key Takeaways − Most states require workers’ compensation insurance once you have employees, but rules and exemptions vary by state. Common exemptions can include sole proprietors, partners, certain officers, family members, and independent contractors. “Do I need workers’ comp insurance for one employee?” The answer depends on your state. Misclassifying employees as “exempt,” “contractors,” or […]
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Americans Love PTO. They’re Still Confused By It.
April 1, 2026When a child wakes up sick or burnout hits midweek, most employees don’t think about policy language. They think about certainty.
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Can You Pay an Employee Two Different Hourly Rates? Employer Considerations
March 30, 2026When employees wear multiple hats, payroll gets complicated fast. Here’s what small business owners need to know, including the overtime rules most people miss.
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How to Automate Overtime Calculations for Nurses and Medical Staff
March 27, 2026Key Takeaways − Overtime for nurses and medical staff gets complicated fast: rotating shifts, long hours, and multiple pay rates. Automating overtime calculations helps you stay compliant, reduce costly errors, and pay staff accurately and on time. The right payroll software lets you set overtime rules once, sync hours from timekeeping, and run payroll in […]
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How Shift Scheduling Impacts Payroll (and How to Simplify It for Healthcare)
March 27, 2026Key takeaways − Shift scheduling directly affects payroll: hours worked, overtime, differentials, and compliance. In healthcare, rotating shifts, 24/7 coverage, and multiple pay rates make payroll more complex. Poor scheduling leads to payroll errors, overtime spikes, and higher labor costs. Tight scheduling and payroll integration help you control costs, reduce mistakes, and stay compliant. Using […]
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Tips vs. Auto Gratuities (aka Service Charges): Why It Matters for Payroll
March 26, 2026If your employees earn money directly from customers—at a restaurant, salon, hotel, or bar—you already know how confusing tip reporting can be. The IRS draws a very specific line between tips and service charges (aka auto-gratuities), and the difference affects payroll taxes, employee reporting, and even year-end W-2s. Let’s break it down in plain English. […]
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