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Are your workers employees or independent Contractors? Are you in compliance with laws like California AB5?

Quick links Introduction Independent contractors Vs Company employee​ Requirement for Legislation​ California AB5 law introduced​ What is California AB5 law?​ Implications of AB5 and the road ahead​ Introduction Businesses often bring in independent contractors instead of hiring full time employees. There are many reasons for it. Economic uncertainty, lack of visibility into sustained customer demand …

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What Are The Tax Implications Of Leaving Your PEO Mid-Year by UZIO Payroll

What Are The Tax Implications Of Leaving Your PEO Mid-Year?

Quick links Introduction Tax Implications for the employees Tax Implications for the employer Social Security Tax: FUTA Tax: SUTA Tax: Closing thoughts Many companies who start out using a PEO (Professional Employer Organization) for their HR, Payroll, Benefits needs, sooner or later decide to transition out of the PEO and bring their HR functions inhouse. …

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What is WOTC and how can my business benefit from it?

Quick links What is the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)? Employees not eligible under the Work Opportunity Tax Credit program How To Apply for the WOTC Credit: How To Claim for the WOTC Credit: Benefits of WOTC Is participation in the Work Opportunity Tax Credit program mandatory? Conclusion The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) was …

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What can an employer do if an employee paycheck is not enough to cover for a voluntary deduction like Health Insurance Premium?

Quick links Types of Deductions​ Administering Voluntary Deductions like Health premium Conclusion Types of Deductions Employers can make the following three categories of deductions from the employee’s paycheck. Mandated by Law: An example would be wage garnishments like child support Deductions for Employers convenience: An example would be recovery against overpayment, advances paid to the …

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For SMBs How to Remain in Compliance with Labor Laws

As an SMB, what do you have to do to remain in compliance with Labor laws, both at the federal and the state level?

Quick links Introduction Federal (USA) labor law basics​ Fair Labor Standards Act Family and Medical Leave Act Employee Retirement Income Security Act Provide SPD (Summary Plan Documents) to your employees Provide COBRA Insurance​ Provide Section 125 Plan Document​ Workplace Posters​ State labor law basics 10 simple steps to remain in compliance with labor laws​ Utilize …

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Best-of-breed vs Integrated HRMS which one is best for SMBs

Best-of-breed vs Integrated HRMS: which one is best for SMBs?

Quick links Introduction Considerations for a best-of-breed solution Advantages of Best-of-breed HRMS Option​ Disadvantages of Best-of-breed HRMS Option​ What are the benefits of an integrated solution?​ Disadvantages of an integrated solution​ When to go for an integrated solution, and when to for best-of-breed solution Other considerations before making the decision?​ Conclusion The market for HR …

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Cost effective health insurance coverage for SMBs

As a small employer, what are your options to offer cost effective health insurance coverage to your employees?

Quick links Introduction Join a PEO QSEHRA Allow employees to purchase insurance in the individual marketplace Conclusion If you are a small business, let us say with less than five employees, you have very few options to offer cost effective health insurance coverage to your employees. The main reason is that Health Insurance Carriers consider …

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How to transition out of a PEO and bring your HR, payroll and benefits in-house?

Quick links Introduction Reasons for wanting to leave your PEO​ Do you have the right team in-house?​ How to leave a PEO and bring your HR, payroll and benefits in-house What to Consider After Leaving the PEO Conclusion Many companies, typically in the earlier stages of their growth cycle, decide to outsource their payroll, HR …

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Hiring an Out-of-State Employee

Hiring an Out-of-State Employee? Here’s What You Need to Know

Quick links Introduction Register to Conduct Business Get a Registered Agent State Income Tax Withholding Account State Unemployment Tax (SUTA) or State Unemployment Insurance (SUI) Worker’s Compensation Insurance Payroll Summary Your business is growing and to manage this growth you need highly qualified employees. Considering the very tight job market and the desire for employees …

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