


Do You Have to Pay Employees for Holiday Closures?
If your company won’t be open for part or all of the entire week between Christmas and New Year’s Day, are you required to pay employees for holiday closures? Well, that depends. For non-exempt (overtime eligible employees), a company is generally not required...
Be Prepared with this 2018 Business Payroll Year-End Checklist
The end of 2018 is quickly approaching, so it’s important that everything is in order to ensure there are no surprises when the time comes to file taxes. Year-end tax planning for small businesses isn’t something to put off or ignore. It’s important to look at your...
What Minimum Wages Are Changing On January 1, 2019?
The Federal minimum wage has been set at $7.25 since 2009, but many states, counties, and cities have passed their own minimum wage laws. Employers must pay non-exempt employees at least minimum wage. If the mandated federal, state or municipal rate differs, the...
What are the New IRS Per Diem Rates for 2018-2019?
New IRS per diem rates for 2018-2019 were recently announced, effective from October 1, 2018, through September 30, 2019. These rates impact business travelers who incur expenses on the road and include incidental expenses and transportation industry meal rates, as...