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Small Business Benefits from Outsourcing Payroll to the Professionals

We have all heard that old saying about doing everything correctly most of the time. But the one time we make a mistake that certain slip-up seems to be what people remember much more frequently than all the other moments that were perfect. As business owners, most of us have learned the hard way that this old saying rings true. (more…)

Posted in: Payroll, Payroll Processing

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Changes Made by the IRS May Affect 2014 Payroll

How well do you keep up on regulations that affect small businesses?  Are you aware of the changes that have been made regarding 2014 payroll taxes?  Maybe you enjoy reading tax regulations in your spare time.  Maybe you can’t wait to see the latest income tax withholding tables.  Or maybe not. (more…)

Posted in: IRS and Tax forms, Payroll, Payroll Processing, Payroll Taxes

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Are You a Small Business Owner That Can Celebrate Holidays?

Employees look forward to holidays – so do employers, kind of. For employers, especially small business owners; holidays can create little glitches in their normal operations. While it is nice to have a day off, just like getting ready to go on vacation, the week before and the week after can create so many headaches that entrepreneurs sometimes would prefer to just skip the day. Isn’t that a sad statement? (more…)

Posted in: Churches and Non-Profit Employers, Operating a Small Business, Payroll, Payroll Processing

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Tips to Ponder BEFORE Starting a Small Business

Knowing that many small businesses fail, entrepreneurs must have their business model, and goals and objectives very carefully organized and decided before venturing into the world of small business.

No matter how passionate you might be, very often the cards can be stacked against you. That is why it is imperative to leave your ego at the door. Sit down with yourself or your business partners and very honestly discuss each others’ strengths and weaknesses. (more…)

Posted in: Operating a Small Business, Payroll, Payroll Processing, Payroll Taxes

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Federal Overtime Changes Ahead for Small Businesses

If your small business currently employs workers who are exempt from overtime pay, the recent presidential memorandum signed by President Barack Obama requesting changes to overtime regulations could mean your company’s payroll amounts may increase by 2015 or 2016. (more…)

Posted in: News, Operating a Small Business, Payroll, Payroll Processing, Rules, Regulations and Laws

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Small Business Leadership is Better with Breaks

A very well-known pastor had many great saying that he would use to drive a thought home with the audience. Years ago I heard one that has really stuck with me. He said, “Come apart or you’ll come apart.” Generally he was talking about couples and marriage, but I know that the same applies to small business as well. (more…)

Posted in: Operating a Small Business

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I Think I’ll Start My Own Small Business

You’re a whiz at fixing computers. A flurry of compliments came at you when co-workers got a taste of your coconut cream pie at the last pitch-in. Does that mean it’s a great idea to start a small business? (more…)

Posted in: Operating a Small Business, Payroll, Payroll Processing

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Payroll Taxes on the Rise in Credit Reduction State

Even though the state of Indiana has been designated one of the best states for business regarding taxes, one area that doesn’t play out is with the FUTA. That’s the Federal Unemployment Tax Act. Employers pay a tax on employees’ wages to cover the state’s unemployment insurance program.

Indiana is one of several states in the position of having an outstanding loan to the federal government.  In fact, according to the Congressional Research Service report dated Sept. 20, 2012, Indiana owed the federal government $1,994,007,775.40. And that means the state is designated a FUTA Credit Reduction State. (more…)

Posted in: Payroll, Payroll Taxes, Rules, Regulations and Laws

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Worried About Hiring Workers?

One of the most difficult decisions for a small business owner is hiring employees. It’s not just finding the right person for the position or wondering if the company is financially ready.

No, one of the biggest fears is the knowledge that the company has to follow federal, state and local labor laws; unemployment insurance (SUTA), social security and Medicare (FICA) and the income taxes and all the rules around that. It’s a scary proposition, that’s for sure. (more…)

Posted in: Hiring and Firing, Operating a Small Business, Payroll, Payroll Processing, Rules, Regulations and Laws

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