When it comes to running a business, you’re constantly looking for new ways to boost employee morale and increase employee retention. One solution? Letting employees donate PTO by creating a leave donation program. But, what is leave donation, exactly? And, how does it work when it comes to taxes?
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Which States Require an EITC Notice (IRS Notice 797) for Employees?
Several states require that employers give tax notices to employees regarding their possible eligibility for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC, or EIC). The tax notice is typically IRS Notice 797, although you can give alternative notifications.
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How to Conduct a Pay Audit
Conducting regular pay audits can help you pay your employees fairly. Find out why you might conduct a pay audit and how to do so.
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Pay Stub Requirements by State (+ Chart)
Distributing pay stubs is often an important part of the payroll process. But, do employers have to provide pay stubs? That answer depends on where your business is located. To stay compliant, you need to know the pay stub requirements by state.
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New Employee Forms: What Do New Employees Need to Fill Out?
New employee forms are a staple of the onboarding process. Before an employee can legally begin working for your business, they need to fill out required forms. What forms do new employees need to fill out?
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I-9 Documents: Passports, Licenses, Birth Certificates, Oh My!
So you’ve hired an employee. Congratulations! Now what? One of the new employee forms your team member must complete is Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. And to complete the required form and prove their eligibility, your new hire must bring in I-9 documents.
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COBRA Health Insurance: Do You Need to Offer It?
As your business grows, so do your responsibilities as a business owner. Once you have 20 full-time equivalent employees and offer health insurance, you need to know about COBRA. What is COBRA? Do you have to offer it? Read on to get answers to these questions and more.
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How to Fill Out Form W-4: Helping Your Employees
When you hire a new employee, you must collect a completed Form W-4, Employee’s Withholding Certificate. This is how you determine federal income tax withholding. At some point in the onboarding process, an employee may ask you how to fill out Form W-4.
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What Is the Earned Income Tax Credit, and How Does it Work?
If you have a low- or moderate-income worker, they may be eligible for the earned income tax credit (EITC). Read on to learn all about the earned income credit, including who is eligible for it and how workers can claim the credit.
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Illinois Paid Leave: Paid Time Off for Any Reason
Are you an Illinois employer? Do you provide paid time off (PTO) to your employees? Providing paid time off is no longer a choice. It’s a state mandate. In March 2023, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed SB208 into law, requiring Illinois paid leave.
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