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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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SBA loan guide: programs, types, and how to apply

Considering the pros and cons of an SBA loan? Use our guide to learn about the different SBA loan types, eligibility requirements, and how to apply.

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Form W-9: What is it and when should businesses use it?

If your business hires freelancers or contractors, they should complete a Form W-9. Find out what it is and how to fill it out.

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Shift differentials guide: What they are and how they work

Shift differentials are premium wages that attract talent and encourage employees to work less desirable time slots. Learn why and how to calculate.

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What is an FEIN and should businesses apply for one?

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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What are estimated tax payments and who pays them?

Self-employed individuals use Form 1040-ES to calculate estimated tax payments and send them to Uncle Sam to avoid penalties at tax time.

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Employer’s guide to tipped wages and reporting: Everything you need to know for 2025

Here's everything you need to know to make sure you’re staying in compliance and handling your employee’s tipped wages correctly in 2025.

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LLC tax benefits: How to save taxes with a single-member LLC

Understand how a single-member LLC business structure affects your taxes ⁠— and how to pay yourself.

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What's the purpose of an IRS CP-575 letter?

Sent by the IRS, a CP-575 letter lists a new business’s EIN and any tax forms the business will be required to file. Learn everything about it.

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What are pay stubs? Facts and reference guide for employers

Employers use pay stubs to keep payroll information on file and make it easy for employees to understand their earnings for each pay period.

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