I woke this morning and like most, I used the restroom, took a shower, and brushed my teeth as the start of my day. And like every day, I did it without acknowledging the importance of that clean water to my sheer existence. I’m guessing this scenario sounds familiar to you. But what if it was…
Did you know payroll errors can account for 1.2% of an employer’s total payroll (Nucleus Research)? For a small business, it can mean thousands of dollars. This week marks the 18th annual National Payroll Week. The goal of this week is to celebrate those who process payroll and help American workers better understand their paychecks. Payroll is a complex task…
FACT: Over 40% of businesses that experience a serious loss never reopen their doors. Many business owners understand the need for Property and Casualty (P&C) insurance, but not all realize how close it can hit to home. The two functions of P&C insurance are to (1) prevent losses and (2) help recover from losses. Whether you are…
It has been said that “People who complain about taxes can be divided into two classes: men and women” (IRS). The majority of these complaints stem from misunderstanding taxes. Today, businesses have seen an increase in tax notices due to incorrect data reports and tax agency staff changes. It is vital to have the appropriate tax…
Spring and fall are the two most popular times for couples to get married. This big life event not only takes time away from work, but also requires certain internal changes to be processed. Below are a few of the most common updates that every organization’s Human Resource department will need to adjust: Name and…
Have you ever considered whether an employee seems too good to be true? Over half of all job applications contain false information. How is an employer supposed to know about these discrepancies when they have what they think is a great match for the position and their company? Take this scenario for example: You’re a small retail…
Consider this: An employee comes into work ten minutes late a few days a week, occasionally exceeds his/her given lunch break, and leaves the office a couple minutes early every other day. Over the course of the year, these additional (unworked) minutes add up to an entire week’s worth of pay. Now, let’s say they get paid…
Many businesses have hired seasonal employees to help balance out their busy summer season. Business owners need to be aware of how the seasonal help can affect their employment numbers for the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Basic Requirements of the Affordable Care Act As a refresher, an applicable large employer is defined by the ACA as…
It’s summertime! Children are out of school and ready to go to camp. Want to know an easy way to save some money? A Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is a great way to lower taxable income and pay for childcare or day camp during the summer. If you are paying for childcare and not enrolled…
If a picture is worth 1,000 words, what is a website worth? 1,000 visits a day? If you haven’t updated your website in a while, it may not be. Your website is often the first point of reference for new clients to discover and research your business. It is up to you to make sure…