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What happens if the gross wages are under-reported by the employer?

Quick links Introduction Gross Wages VS Taxable Wages Unemployment Taxation Breakdown What Happens if gross wages are under reported? Conclusion Introduction If you are using a payroll provider to process your payroll, it is their responsibility to report gross wages, taxable wages, income taxes, unemployment tax, social security tax and Medicare taxes to the IRS …

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How to Choose the Right Payment System for Your Gig Workers?

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Quick links Introduction Emergence of Gig Economy How to choose the right payment system for your gig workers? Factors to consider when choosing a the payroll provider for paying the gig workers Implications of AB5 and the road ahead Introduction The gig economy has grown substantially in recent years, and this trend isn’t likely to …

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Time-Off Policies: How to Create the Perfect Time-Off Plan for Your Employees

Benefits, Blog Post, HR / By UZIO Resources

Quick links Introduction Company Holidays Paid Time Off – PTO Unpaid Sick Days How to keep track of it all? Introduction You want your employees to be fully engaged and work at their full potential. You want them to have the right kind of work life balance so they do not feel burned out. One …

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

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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 is R&D Tax Credit in USA How SMBs can Claim it

What is R&D Tax Credit and How Do I Claim it?

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Quick links What is R&D Tax Credit in the US? How Does R&D Tax Credit Work? Do I Qualify for R&D Tax Credit? How to Claim R&D Tax Credit? What happens after I submit my R&D tax credit claim? How long does it take to get R&D tax credits? Conclusion What is R&D Tax …

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

Blog Post, HR, Payroll / By UZIO Resources

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?

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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?

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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?

Blog Post, HR / By UZIO Resources

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?

Blog Post, HR / By UZIO Resources

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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