Regardless of how many employees you have, payroll forms are a necessity. Most employers need the regulated payroll tax forms required to maintain good standing with the IRS, like W-4 forms for new hires. Other, less structured forms can also be useful in helping to better organize your company’s processes—for instance, direct deposit authorizations. Payroll…
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Charlette Beasley is a staff writer at Fit Small Business who focuses on developing content on payroll, human resources, and labor law. She is also a freelance content marketing writer and writes for numerous industries, including banking and recruiting. Prior to joining Fit Small Business, Charlette was a Senior Accountant at a marketing company and ran her own small content strategy and writing business.
She has a degree in accounting and an MBA from Harding University. She currently lives in Florida and spends her days “beaching,” and exploring with her two kids.
How to Calculate Payroll for Employees
Before hiring employees, spend time learning how to calculate payroll for your business. It’ll save you time from having to correct errors and thousands of dollars in penalties; you might even experience lower turnover by eliminating paycheck frustrations. You can perform calculations manually (hours worked X pay rate), using an online calculator, or with software….
7 Best ADP Payroll Competitors for Small Businesses
There are numerous ADP competitors and payroll alternatives, many of which offer similar services at much lower prices. Many of ADP’s competitors are also easier to set up and use and may provide better customer support. The best ADP alternatives for small businesses will be loaded with processing features at an affordable price. Top 7…
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How to Do Payroll in 6 Steps (+ Free Checklist)
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Learning how to do payroll for your small business is essential for hiring new workers. Hiring and paying employees is regulated by federal and state laws, so you must determine which laws are applicable to your business. You’re responsible for submitting tax and hiring documents in addition to paying taxes and wages on time. You…
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Payroll Processing: What Happens During the Payroll Process
Payroll processing consists of the steps needed to pay employees each period, and involves tracking hours worked, deducting money for employee benefits, and remitting payroll taxes. Establishing a solid payroll process helps employers avoid penalties for breaking Department of Labor laws (minimum wage, unpaid overtime), and payroll software makes it easy. You can reduce the…
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6 Free Timesheet Templates You Really Need
Free timesheet templates are preformatted documents—Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, PDFs—employers use to save time tracking hours worked by their employees or contractors. The type of template employers need depends on their pay schedule—weekly, biweekly, monthly, daily, semimonthly. For businesses with 10-plus employees, upgrading to automated timesheet software can save hours of work. Is taking care…
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Top Human Resource Payroll Software & Systems 2019
Human resource (HR) payroll software helps employers pay their workers, remit taxes, and manage the employer-employee relationship from the dates of hire to retire. The best providers are versatile and simplify human resource management. We evaluated services based on their cost and features. The top six cost up to $19,600 annually for 40 employees. Top…
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Earnings Withholding Orders for Employers
An earnings withholding order is a court-issued document requiring employers to withhold and remit money from an employee’s paycheck to pay a creditor for an unpaid debt. Some examples of this debt are past due student loans and delinquent tax bills. To avoid liability, employers should immediately and only withhold what’s required in the order….
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7 Best Payroll Services & Payroll Companies 2019
The best payroll services help businesses pay employees correctly, manage tax withholdings, and ensure deductions are taken for benefits, retirement savings, and garnishments. Annual costs for 10 employees can range from $1,000 to more than $22,000. The best payroll services are affordable, easy to use, and include both payroll and human resources support. For businesses…
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Gusto vs ADP vs Paychex: Price & Features Comparison 2019
When comparing payroll processing companies for small businesses, three of the best software options are ADP vs Paychex vs Gusto. They all help employers pay their employees and comply with applicable labor and tax laws. ADP and Paychex, however, have more reporting and customization options and are priced significantly higher than Gusto. When to Use…
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7 Best Free Payroll Software 2019
Free payroll software calculates business payroll and helps you keep track of employee deductions like workers’ compensation, insurance, and taxes. Some free payroll software offer features like direct deposit, but most lack tax filing and state compliance, which is why some businesses choose paid alternatives. Most payroll software you pay for comes with a free…
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7 Best Payroll Software for 2019
Payroll software makes it easy to calculate wages, pay employees via direct deposit, and file taxes for businesses that want to manage their payroll in-house. We compared popular options and including Gusto and Paychex. These cloud-based solutions make the most sense for small businesses due to ease of use and affordability. 7 Best Payroll Software…
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