Your to-do list as a business owner seems to get longer every day. There’s one more item you’ll have to check off, and this one is part of federal law. You’re required to retain payroll records, sometimes for up to four years.
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The Ultimate Guide to Work-from-home Reimbursement for Remote Teams
Do you have a temporary or permanently remote workforce? If so, you may consider offering work-from-home reimbursement to help workers cover remote-related expenses.
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Out-of-State Remote Workers: Compliance Checklist
There are several benefits of a remote workforce, like an expanded talent pool. But if you’ve decided to hire out-of-state remote workers, there are several things you need to know.
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Essential Payroll Audit Procedures You Can’t Afford to Ignore
Running payroll accurately is arguably one of your most critical employer responsibilities. But even if you use a reliable payroll processing system, there’s room for user error. You might input numbers incorrectly, forget to add an employee’s pay raise, or fail to remove a terminated employee from your payroll. To combat these potential problems, conduct […]
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Americans Love PTO. They’re Still Confused By It.
When a child wakes up sick or burnout hits midweek, most employees don’t think about policy language. They think about certainty.
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Can You Pay an Employee Two Different Hourly Rates? Employer Considerations
When employees wear multiple hats, payroll gets complicated fast. Here’s what small business owners need to know, including the overtime rules most people miss.
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How to Automate Overtime Calculations for Nurses and Medical Staff
Key Takeaways − Overtime for nurses and medical staff gets complicated fast: rotating shifts, long hours, and multiple pay rates. Automating overtime calculations helps you stay compliant, reduce costly errors, and pay staff accurately and on time. The right payroll software lets you set overtime rules once, sync hours from timekeeping, and run payroll in […]
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How Shift Scheduling Impacts Payroll (and How to Simplify It for Healthcare)
Key takeaways − Shift scheduling directly affects payroll: hours worked, overtime, differentials, and compliance. In healthcare, rotating shifts, 24/7 coverage, and multiple pay rates make payroll more complex. Poor scheduling leads to payroll errors, overtime spikes, and higher labor costs. Tight scheduling and payroll integration help you control costs, reduce mistakes, and stay compliant. Using […]
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Common Payroll Mistakes Healthcare Facilities Make (and How to Fix Them)
Key Takeaways − Healthcare payroll is complex: multiple pay rates, shifts, overtime rules, and different worker types. Common mistakes include misclassifying staff, miscalculating overtime, ignoring state rules, and poor recordkeeping. You can fix most issues with clear policies, clean timekeeping, regular audits, and the right payroll software. Streamlined payroll helps you avoid penalties, reduce turnover, […]
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How to Communicate Delayed Payroll to Your Employees Professionally
Key takeaways − Payroll delays are serious. In many states, you must pay employees on time by law. Be transparent and fast. Tell employees what happened, what you’re doing, and when they’ll be paid. Own the mistake. Avoid blame, legal jargon, or vague promises. Follow up in writing. Use clear, simple language and share a […]
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