Resources
Payroll Tips and Tax Updates
Guides, rate changes, and practical advice for U.S. small business owners running payroll.
Federal vs. State Payroll Tax Deposits: What Small Business Owners Need to Know
Withholding the right amount is only half the job -- you also have to get it to the right agency, on the right schedule. Here is how federal and state payroll tax deposits actually work.
1099 Contractor vs. W-2 Employee: How to Tell the Difference
Misclassifying a worker is one of the most common -- and most expensive -- mistakes a small business can make. Here is how the classification actually works, and why it is worth getting right from day one.
Reading Your Pay Stub: What Every Line Item Actually Means
Gross pay, net pay, FICA, YTD -- a pay stub is packed with abbreviations that mean very little at a glance. Here is a plain-English breakdown of every section, for employers and employees alike.
How to Set Up Payroll When You Hire Your First Employee in the U.S.
Hiring your first employee is exciting -- and it is also when payroll compliance becomes your responsibility. Here is what you need in place before that first paycheck goes out.