Preparing Yourself for the Cost of Employees

Stay on top of public holidays and other important American small business payroll deadlines with our friendly 2021 payroll calendar.

While employees can claim health insurance as a tax-free benefit, shareholders who own more than 2% of company stock can’t. Here’s what they have to do instead.

Do you need an easy accounting and bookkeeping system? Check out the technology stack Jennie Moore of Fintech Details recommends for small business accounting.

Learn the key differences between a contractor vs. employee to determine which type of worker is better suited for your American small business.

Starting in 2020, any new hires will need to complete the new W-4. So will any employees who want to adjust their withholding allowances. Read more here.

The beginning of Q1 is the one time of year where your year-to-date amounts are zero. That’s why it’s also the easiest time to start or switch payroll software.

There is no one size fits all solution when it comes to payroll frequency. Read on to find out which payroll schedule is best suited for your business.

Using payroll software saves you time and money. Yet, 60% of small businesses still manage payroll manually in-house. Learn why there’s a better way.

Having a retirement plan available helps employees feel valued for the long-term. Learn what plan works best for your small business.

Restaurants tend to have razor-thin margins. When you're strapped for cash or want to grow, learn about 10 different financing options you can use in the US.

Money, money, money! There are lots of songs about the dollars — here's a list of of our top picks for when you're running payroll. Spotify playlist included.

Form 941 and Schedule B are part of quarterly payroll tax filing for some businesses. Learn what they are, if you're required to file and how payroll software can help.

Payroll for the construction industry can get complicated. Learn how to find the right payroll tool to fit your specific needs and budget.

US employer with Canadian employees or Canadian employer with American employees? Here's what you need to know about paying workers in the other country.

Are all taxes the same? Definitely not. When it comes to payroll taxes and income taxes in the US, it's crucial to know the difference — and how they relate to each other.

Wagepoint would rather not nickel and dime you when you're running payroll. We've covered how to avoid situations that cause extra fees.

What do you do if you get a payroll tax notice? First, figure out why it happened then take steps to resolve the concerns.

Looking for the right small business payroll software can feel overwhelming. This overview and checklist will help you in comparing payroll software.

If you're a sole proprietor, you have to pay income and businses taxes, payroll or self-employment taxes and perhaps, if applicable, excise taxes. Find out how this all works.

Self-employed and a sole proprietor? If so, here's what you'll need to know as you file your business taxes with your personal taxes using a Schedule C along with your 1040.