You probably know that offering employee benefits helps you hire and retain top talent. But did you know that 88% of employees consider health insurance benefits when choosing a job?
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Commission Employees and Overtime Rules
October 4, 2022To protect employee rights, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) regulates overtime. But, some employees are exempt from receiving overtime pay. If you offer commission pay to employees, you might be wondering if they are exempt from overtime. What are your responsibilities when it comes to commission employees and overtime?
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Can Employees Be Paid Quarterly?
October 4, 2022When you’re trying to decide how often to pay employees, you’ll realize there are several options. Common pay frequencies include weekly, biweekly, semi-monthly, and monthly. But, you might be wondering if your employees can be paid quarterly.
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Can a Sole Proprietor Have Employees?
October 4, 2022Many people picture sole proprietorships as tiny, single-person businesses. The owner is tucked away in a little home office, working long, odd hours to keep their business going.
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How Small Businesses Can Fight Payroll Fraud Schemes
September 30, 2022Fraudulent activity can be difficult to detect. But the longer fraudulent activity continues, the more financial fallout it causes for the business.
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Outstanding Checks in Payroll: How to Handle
September 30, 2022Writing employees checks is one way you can pay them their wages. But if an employee takes too long to deposit their paycheck, you have to deal with the consequences. There are a few things you might have to do when paychecks are outstanding checks.
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What Is Form SS-4? Applying for an EIN for Your Business
September 30, 2022Some businesses are required to have a Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN). FEINs, or EINs, are used by employers and other businesses for tax filing and reporting purposes. FEINs work similarly to Social Security numbers. When you include your business’s unique nine-digit number on documents, the IRS can easily identify your company. One way to […]
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Understanding and Implementing Employee Termination Procedures
September 30, 2022When an employee leaves your business, there are certain payroll and HR tasks you must do. It doesn’t matter if the employee is voluntarily or forcibly terminated. Employee termination procedures guarantee that your business remains in compliance with federal and state laws.
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Time Theft: What it Is and How to Stop It
September 30, 2022Do you think an employee is stealing time from your company? There are many types of employee time theft. And, worker time fraud can be expensive for your business.
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What You Need to Know About Mandatory Employer Registration
September 30, 2022Bringing on employees doesn’t make you an official employer. You must sign up for accounts with the IRS and your state to legally become an employer. Otherwise, you will violate employment laws, leading to hefty penalties. Make sure you know your employer registration requirements before hiring employees.
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