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New Form I-9 Released

New Form I-9 Released The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has made changes to Form I-9: On Aug. 1, 2023, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services published a revised version ofForm I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification (PDF, 899.28 KB). Among the improvements to the form is a checkbox employers enrolled in E-Verify can use to indicate they remotelyContinue reading “New Form I-9 Released”

Is This Your Situation: You Need Help Switching Payroll Providers

Is This Your Situation: You Need Help Switching Payroll Providers If you’re feeling dissatisfied with your payroll provider, it’s probably time to move on. But the road to greener pastures is complicated. Unless you have trained human resources or payroll staff on-site, you’ll likely need some advice from an independent consultant — who can helpContinue reading “Is This Your Situation: You Need Help Switching Payroll Providers”

7 Key Aspects of Payroll Compliance

7 Key Aspects of Payroll Compliance 1. Federal wage and hour laws The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sets the federal wages and hour standards which are administered by the U.S. Department of Labor. These standards cover: Federal minimum wage. Overtime pay and exemptions. Work hours, including meals and rest breaks. Child labor, including permissibleContinue reading “7 Key Aspects of Payroll Compliance”

Home Office Deductions: A Refresher on the Rules

Home Office Deductions: A Refresher on the Rules The Internal Revenue Code (IRC) allows taxpayers to claim a business deduction for expenses arising from the qualified use of all or part of a residence, as long as certain conditions are met. This deduction can be a particularly attractive tax planning tool for those who meetContinue reading “Home Office Deductions: A Refresher on the Rules”