News & Tips Archive

Sep 24, 2026

Job Openings? Look Toward Community Colleges

Employers are painfully aware that they face a 21st-century skills shortage. Companies are bent on hiring a "new collar" workforce to keep up with advances in technologies like artificial intelligence and automation. Read through to learn about an untapped resource.

Sep 23, 2026

With the IRS, As with Courts, You're Entitled to Representation

If you're having a problem with the IRS, you have rights! For one, you don’t have to go it alone. You are allowed to have an expert in your corner. Read through for details on the regulations that protect you.

Sep 22, 2026

Just What Are 'Competitive Wages'?

Inflation is a key challenge that businesses of every size face when developing compensation strategies. Read through to see how your business can position itself in the competitive wage war to attract and retain employees.

Sep 21, 2026

What the Gig Economy Is Doing to Traditional Payroll Structures

The gig economy, characterized by companies hiring short-term, contract or freelance workers, has been surging since the 2020 pandemic when people were mandated to work remotely. By current estimates, one-third of American workers are doing some form of gig work. Read through to learn more about what this arrangement is doing to traditional payroll structures.

Aug 27, 2026

Where Remote Work Stands Today

The pandemic reshaped how and where work gets done, disrupting the U.S. office market and accelerating the shift toward remote and hybrid models. While return-to-office efforts have focused on productivity, collaboration and culture, they have also been influenced by practical concerns such as long-term leases and underused office space. Read through to see how hybrid work continues to evolve.

Aug 26, 2026

Protecting Your Company From Online Defamation

Your company has terminated an employee — and now you're bracing for what they might say about their former workplace online. Social media can turn a disgruntled former worker into a very public critic. Read through for an overview of ways to prevent disparagement through culture and policy, deter it with a nondisparagement clause and respond to it with legal help.

Aug 25, 2026

Newsflash: Enhancements to the Paid Family and Medical Leave Tax Credit

Employers, including small businesses, that provide paid family and medical leave to their employees may be eligible for an employer tax credit. Read through to read about several new enhancements to this credit under the Working Families Tax Cuts.

Aug 24, 2026

Protect Your Business From Cybersecurity Attacks

No matter what the size of the organization, all businesses face the threat of cybersecurity attacks. Small businesses in particular feel vulnerable to cyberattacks. Read through for a discussion about what small businesses are doing to secure their data.

Jul 30, 2026

Business Structures: LLCs, PCs and More

Understanding the advantages and disadvantages of the business structure you choose when you start your company is essential. You want the structure to align with your business goals, and you want to understand how profits will be taxed and what personal assets may be at risk. Read through to explore these distinctions further.

Jul 29, 2026

Watch Out for 'Restricted' Social Security Cards for Form I-9 Purposes

Businesses must have all employees fill out a Form I-9 to ensure they are eligible to work in the United States. A Social Security card can be part of the proof, but not in all instances. Read through to avoid making a serious mistake.

Jul 28, 2026

How to Recognize a Scam

A recent report found there was more than $10 billion lost to online scams in 2022. Anyone can be vulnerable, and everyone should be aware of the red flags that should cause them concern. Read through to learn how to protect yourself.

Jul 27, 2026

IRS Makes Rare Midyear Change to Mileage Rates

A break for many who have been hit by high gas prices: The IRS has quietly announced a revision to the optional standard mileage rates for computing the allowable deductible costs of operating an automobile. Read through to see what has changed—and what hasn't.

Jul 02, 2026

The Art of the Employee Interview

You finally narrowed a large job applicant pool down to several strong candidates. The interview process will give you insights into your prospective employee. Read through for pro tips on how to conduct job interviews to find the best match for your team.

Jul 01, 2026

Think Carefully Before Cutting Employee Benefits

U.S. companies are broadly scaling back nonwage compensation, from suspending discretionary 401(k) matches to trimming paid time off and reducing parental leave. However, these savings can come with costs companies didn't anticipate. Read through to weigh the risks before your business makes any changes.

Jun 30, 2026

Why Use Time and Attendance Software?

How do you track your employees' time and attendance? It's easier said than done, but modern companies have options. Read through to see how to manage pay, appropriately compensate employees for their work and eliminate bottlenecks in payroll.

Jun 29, 2026

Making It Crystal Clear: Why Pay Transparency Matters

Pay transparency is a step in the right direction toward achieving wage equity and eliminating discriminatory practices. Read through to learn why implementing pay transparency matters for your business.

Jun 04, 2026

Interviewing in the Age of AI

Interviewing candidates for jobs is more complicated today than it once was. Artificial intelligence, social media screening, online interviews and traditional in-person meetings all now coexist in the hiring process. For both employers and candidates, staying current is essential. Read through for guidance on adapting interview practices to today's realities.

Jun 03, 2026

Exempt vs. Nonexempt Employees: Understanding the Differences

The Fair Labor Standards Act, enforced by the U.S. Department of Labor, establishes exempt and nonexempt categories for employees. These categories determine how to handle minimum wage, overtime pay, benefits and certain recordkeeping requirements. Read through to learn more about correctly applying these categories.

Jun 02, 2026

Understanding the Difference Between Employees and Contractors

When your business hires individuals, you must determine whether those workers are employees or independent contractors. This classification affects how you pay workers, what taxes you must withhold and remit, and which employment laws apply. Read through to understand the technical distinctions that guide worker classification.

Jun 01, 2026

Do Your Employees Keep Asking for Cash Advances?

Employees keep knocking on your door, needing a cash advance. You want to help them but it’s a huge headache. Read through to learn about a payroll add-on to help you and your employees.