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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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No tax on overtime explained: What employers and employees need to know

Navigate the One Big Beautiful Bill Act's new overtime tax rules with this guide covering federal deduction benefits for employees and updated W-2 reporting requirements for employers.

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How to do a payroll reversal the right way (without causing chaos)

In this employer's guide, get practical tips for effective payroll reversals. Learn the best practices to correct mistakes seamlessly, efficiently, and without drama.

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Overpaid employee payroll fixes: A legal and practical guide

In this primer, learn practical steps to correct an overpaid employee situation legally, avoid conflict, and protect your business from potential financial risks.

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How to handle multi-state payroll like a pro: Compliance tips for employers

This employer’s guide has what you need to master tax, compliance, and reporting requirements to simplify multi-state payroll processing, avoid penalties, and keep your business running smoothly.

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Payroll register example: how to read, use, and create one

Review a real payroll register example, learn what each section means, and discover how to use it to improve payroll accuracy and reporting compliance.

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No tax on tips and overtime: What employers and employees should know

This employer's guide covers two tax deductions from the Big Beautiful Bill that are making headlines: one for tip income and another for overtime pay, explaining their impact on payroll administration.

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How employers handle tip reporting requirements the right way

Understand your employer tip reporting obligations with this detailed guide covering IRS forms, tax calculations, and proven compliance strategies.

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8 must-have payroll software features and benefits

Find out what the essential features of payroll software are and how they can streamline your payroll process, improve accuracy, and save time.

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Employer’s guide to getting supplemental wage taxes right

Learn how to handle supplemental wage taxes with confidence. This article breaks down IRS rules, standard withholding methods, and offers practical tips to help employers avoid common mistakes.

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