Can we give our retiring pastor a monetary thank-you gift?
Yes, but keep in mind monetary gifts to employees are subject to special rules. Two main issues must be addressed: (1) whether the...
26 February, 2025
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What should we include in an attendance policy?
Question: What should we include in an attendance policy? Answer: Generally, an attendance policy should outline your attendance expectations, the procedures your employees should...
25 February, 2025
Why S Corp Owners Need Professional Payroll Services
Becoming an S corp provides you with added liability protection and advantageous tax benefits. However, these advantages come with certain requirements. Besides compliance...
24 February, 2025
Employers must certify eligibility of new hires to claim the Work Opportunity Tax Credit
Employers who hire people from certain groups can reduce the tax they owe when they claim the Work Opportunity Tax Credit on their federal tax...
21 February, 2025
Should We Call Interview Candidates Who Weren’t Selected for a Role?
Question: A manager asked if they could call and not just email the candidates who were interviewed but not selected. Is this a...
20 February, 2025
Estimated Tax – Safe Harbor Rules
Because clergy are exempt from tax withholding on their paychecks, they will usually need to make Estimated Tax Payments throughout the year to...
19 February, 2025
How Timekeeping Reduces Errors and Wasted Time
Managing payroll and handling other tasks for your clients is much more challenging without access to complete and accurate data. Utilizing systems that...
18 February, 2025
State-by-State Minimum Wage Changes for 2025: What You Need To Know
As a small business owner, it’s essential to stay up to date on changes to HR laws. Depending on what state you run...
17 February, 2025
Access retirement funds in a disaster
The SECURE 2.0 Act makes it easier for qualified individuals impacted by a federally declared major disaster to access their retirement savings. Eligibility A...
14 February, 2025
How to address performance issues without it seeming retaliatory?
Question: How do we address performance issues discovered during an employee's leave of absence without it seeming retaliatory for taking leave? Answer: Taking disciplinary...
13 February, 2025