Payroll security and data protection best practices in 2025
Get up-to-speed on payroll security strategies for 2025 to ensure data protection from cyber threats. Keep your payroll system secure with these tips.
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Basic payroll accounting: How to add paydays to your books
Want to do a good job of accounting for all your payroll expenses? This easy-to-follow guide explains all the basics for small business owners
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How to compare payroll solutions and choose the best one for your business
Compare payroll services with expert reviews and customer ratings to find the best fit for your business needs.
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Form 1096: what is a 1096 IRS form used for and how to complete it
Form 1096 needs to be completed if you paid contractors & sent 1099 forms. Get instructions on filling it out and a 1096 form 2025 PDF download.
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Understanding reasonable compensation for S Corporation owners: A comprehensive guide
Learn how reasonable compensation works in payroll, how to use IRS tips for setting appropriate wages, and why an S Corp should be familiar with it.
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How costly are the consequences of payroll errors? 12 that employers should get familiar with
By avoiding these 12 consequences of payroll errors, employers can run a smoother operation, grow their business, and retain their top employees.
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Debunking four common payroll myths
We debunk four common payroll myths to help you navigate this essential business function with confidence.
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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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Navigating direct deposit rules by state: An employer's guide to understanding where it's mandatory
Is direct deposit mandatory where you do business? Learn about direct deposit by state and if you need to pay employees this way.
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