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Payroll 101

Everything small businesses need to know about running payroll (and taking care of employees).

Employer's guide to managing payroll: A step-by-step approach

Managing payroll takes time and this business guide will show you everything you need to manage this process on your own or with a service provider.

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Employer’s guide on how to learn payroll (and is this hard to do?)

Is payroll hard to learn? See why all employers can do it themselves with tips on getting started from a bookkeeper with 10+ years of experience.

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Employer’s guide to state tax reciprocity agreements

Learn how state tax reciprocity agreements help employees avoid double taxation by paying taxes only where they live, instead of where they work.

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Employer’s guide to tipped wages and reporting: Everything you need to know for 2024

Here's everything you need to know to make sure you’re staying in compliance and handling your employee’s tipped wages correctly in 2024.

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What’s the difference between exempt and non-exempt employees?

Learn how to classify your employees as exempt or non-exempt, and what conditions need to be met for each employee classification.

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Federal and State Payroll Updates - 2024

Look here to see any 2024 federal and state changes in minimum wage, state unemployment wage bases, and paid leave laws.

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What is an FEIN and should businesses apply for one? Getting familiar with Federal Employer Identification Numbers

An FEIN number helps businesses comply with tax laws and regulations, but it's not a requirement for every person starting a business. Learn why and how to apply.

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State-by-state tax agency websites

Quickly get to the website for your state tax agency to get questions answered without having to hunt around.

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Forgot to file Form W-2? Understand the penalties and what to do next

Forget to file Form W-2? Understand the penalties and how to avoid them with pro tips from a current CPA and former IRS revenue agent.

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What is Form 1065? Understanding the purpose of US return of partnership income

Learn why partnerships need to file Form 1065 with the federal government and how to complete it. PDF download included.

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