Unclaimed property -- what should you do?Is it possible that you have unclaimed property, such as an old paycheck or deposit from a former apartment, that is just waiting for...
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Payroll Records: what are the requirements?How long do I have to keep payroll records and what details have to be included in those records? Stratus.hr Payroll Manager, Celeste, goes through...
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The Department of Labor (DOL) has officially released a final overtime rule that raises the minimum salary amount to $35,568 to qualify for exemption under the Fair Labor Standards Act...
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On July 1, 2019, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washington DC will again be increasing their minimum wage rates. With fewer than half of all states at the federal minimum wage...
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Question: “My 19-year-old son was told that if he didn’t work 60 hours a week (working graveyards), he would be fired. Is this legal?” Answer: Yes, mandatory overtime is legal,...
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Nine times out of 10, when I’m first talking to someone about their company’s needs, they jump right to payroll. It makes sense since payroll is a critical piece to...
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When it comes to gifts, there a lot of things employers can give employees as “de minimis” fringe benefits that are not considered taxable. Unfortunately, a gift card or any...
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Once again, the IRS has extended the due dates for ACA health care information reporting Forms 1095-B and 1095-C to be analyzed, prepared and sent to employees. Insurers, applicable large employers, and other...
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Although the federal minimum wage of $7.25/hr has not changed since 2009, several states, cities, and counties will have minimum wage increases as of January 1, 2019. States with Increasing...
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Before you pop the cork on the new year, there are a few things you should review to optimize your financial situation. Although most tax strategies only need to be...
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