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Payroll guidance for businesses

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

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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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Time and a half handbook: How to calculate overtime correctly

Figure out how to pay overtime pay correctly with our business owner's guide to calculating time and a half, including employee eligibility and tips.

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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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IRS lookback periods 101: a comprehensive guide to deposit schedules

Unsure how an IRS lookback period works? This guide covers Form 941 and 944 deposit schedules, including examples and insights from tax pros.

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Understanding IRS Audits: The Essential Guide for Business Owners

Reduce your audit anxiety with our comprehensive business owner’s guide to IRS audits, including common triggers, how to prepare, and what to expect.

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Trademark tactics: how to register and trademark your brand name

Learn how to protect your brand name and register it with a trademark. Our complete guide takes you step by step through the process.

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Statutory employees: Separating fact from fiction for employers

Are you an employer wondering what you need to know about statutory employees? Learn what they are, how the IRS categorizes them, and taxes you pay.

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ACH or wire transfer: Which payment method is better for your business?

Our detailed guide will help you navigate the key differences between ACH and wire transfer payment methods and determine which is best for your business.

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Business owner’s guide to the differences between invoices and receipts

Use this guide to get everything you need to know about invoices and receipts, their role at tax time, and how they help business operations run smoothly.

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Small business guide to assets, liabilities, and equity

Get everything you need to know about assets, liabilities, and equity, with definitions, tips from CPAs, and why it's critical to get them right.

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