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4 Steps to Creating the Optimal Payroll Budget
A warm sunny day in the middle of winter is a pleasant surprise. Looking at your business account and seeing […]
4 Critical Things to Know About Multi-State Taxation for 2023
If there is one thing every business owner needs to calculate correctly, it’s taxes. The consequences of filing incorrectly can […]
How To Set Up Payroll for LLC: 5 Critical Steps for SMB Payroll
You’ve got your grand business idea, and you’re ready to take your corner of the world by storm! Starting a […]
What is PTO? A Guide to Holidays, Vacation & Sick Time
Does the idea of managing your workers’ PTO (paid time off) make your head spin? You’re not alone. Should you […]
How Much Does it Cost to Hire an Employee in 2023?
Maybe like other small business owners, you’ve learned on your own that employees-though set at an hourly or salaried rate-will […]
What is Payroll Insurance? 3 Mistakes To Avoid
You wouldn’t drive a car without car insurance or buy a home without property insurance. Are you taking on unnecessary […]
Are Payroll Taxes Deductible? 3 Top Things You Need to Know
Payroll taxes, income taxes, federal income taxes, and business expenses. That’s a lot of balls to juggle, on top of […]
4 Most Expensive Consequences of Payroll Errors (And How To Avoid)
You’ll probably never make a mistake or payroll error, right? It’s more common than you think. A quarter of all […]
The History of Workers’ Compensation: Why the System Exists and Why It Still Matters
For many small business owners, workers’ compensation feels like just another insurance policy—a required expense that gets renewed every year […]
The Payroll Fraud Risk Hiding in Plain Sight: Direct Deposit Change Scams
Payroll professionals spend a lot of time helping clients comply with tax regulations, manage employee records, and process payroll accurately. […]
Understanding IRS Occupational Codes for No Tax on Tips
The No Tax on Tips rule has gotten a lot of attention since it became law, mostly because it sounds […]
5 Reasons Why Small Business Owners Need a Section 125 Plan
A Section 125 plan often known as a “cafeteria plan” offers small businesses significant advantages providing a tax-efficient way to […]
Managing Clients Who Filed Extensions Without the Chaos
Filing an extension has become routine for many taxpayers, sometimes through no fault of their own. K-1s, investment statements, and […]
From Paychecks to Strategy – How CPAs Can Guide Smarter Compensation Decisions
Right after filing their tax return is when business owners are most aware of how compensation and payroll decisions affected […]
Helping Clients Reset Their Books for a Cleaner Year Ahead
Tax season may be over, but for many clients, the real work is just beginning. The filing process often exposes […]
Top 4 Questions to Answer After April 15th
A break is probably the first thing on your mind once busy season wraps up. Before you fully unplug, it’s […]
The Hidden Profit Lever in Workers’ Compensation
Why CPAs Should Care About the Experience Mod A small business owner sees workers’ compensation premiums jump and assumes rates […]
What Makes Your Payroll Business Valuable ?
Whether you plan to sell your payroll business next year, ten years from now, or never, one question is worth […]
Case Study: Transitioning a Solo Payroll Business Without Disrupting Clients or Culture
Founder Profile: Danny Barnhill Owner: Danny Barnhill, founder of PaySouth Payroll Services Business Model: serving small businesses in South Carolina (95% under 50 employees) Structure: Solo operator with […]
Do You Really Control Your Payroll Business If You Don’t Control the Technology?
If you run a small payroll business, you already know this: Your technology isn’t just part of your operation — […]
Should You Take Over Your Parent’s Payroll Business? A Practical Guide for the Next Generation
There comes a moment for many small businesses when the question shifts from “How do we grow?” to “What happens […]
Balancing Legacy and Lifestyle: The Emotional Side of Retiring from Payroll
For many payroll providers, the business isn’t just a source of income — it’s a reflection of decades of relationships, […]
Don’t Leave Your Legacy in Limbo: Every Business Owner Needs a Plan
Most business owners aren’t preoccupied with succession planning. You’re focused on clients, compliance, and keeping the wheels turning. Selling may […]
Retiring Soon? Consider These Five Tax Implications of Selling Your Firm
Boost employee satisfaction and save on health insurance costs with a Section 125 Plan. Discover the tax advantages and simple setup process…
Eight Deal Structure Considerations for Payroll Owners Thinking About Selling
Boost employee satisfaction and save on health insurance costs with a Section 125 Plan. Discover the tax advantages and simple setup process…
Considerations Before Selling Your Payroll Business to ADP or Paychex
Boost employee satisfaction and save on health insurance costs with a Section 125 Plan. Discover the tax advantages and simple setup process…