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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Payroll records retention: How long to keep payroll records in a business?
Keep everything compliant and organized by getting a clear picture of how long you need to hang onto payroll records and taxes.
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How taxable wage bases work for small businesses
Before you start calculating and withholding payroll taxes for your employees, it’s important to understand what a wage base is and how they work.
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What is gross pay vs. net pay: Here's the differences
Get the full rundown on gross pay vs. net pay, and what each means for paying your employees and running payroll.
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Payroll outsourcing: 7 signs it’s time for outside help
Is doing payroll yourself starting to feel tough? Get advice on when to look for help.
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W-2 vs 1099: Which form do you use?
W-2 tax and 1099 tax forms serve different purposes when it comes to your business and tax obligations.
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2025 payroll year-end checklist: Get payroll and HR ready for 2026
Take five minutes to make sure you’re not missing anything with our detailed end-of-year checklist for payroll and HR.
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IRS Form SS-8: Instructions for 2026 + PDF Download
Have questions about classifying employees? The IRS can help if you submit Form SS-8. Get the basics on what it is, when to file it, and how to fill it out. Includes PDF.
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