Tax Deductible Gifts to Employees: A Practical Guide for Business Owners
Do you know how employee gifts are taxed and deducted? We outline cash, gift cards, de minimis benefits, and achievement awards per the IRS...
HR advice with Stratus
Get personal HR advice whenever you need it from our team of certified HR experts. We’ve been in business for over 20 years and our blog is a wealth of collective knowledge, ready for you to use as a resource.
How Do I Know if My W2 is Correct?
Tax season often brings a familiar wave of confusion, especially when employees open their W-2 and think something doesn't look right.
Celeste Houston, Stratus HR Vice President - Payroll
Jan 23, 2026
How Do I Figure Out Overtime Pay?
Discover how to calculate overtime pay accurately and fairly. Learn legal aspects, common errors, and special considerations in overtime calculations.
Celeste Houston, Stratus HR Vice President - Payroll
Aug 20, 2024
Have a Piece Rate Worker? Know the Compensation Rules
Jobs with repetitive tasks can quickly seem mundane, so paying employees by piece rate can spark motivation. But it can get a little complicated...
Celeste Houston, Stratus HR Vice President - Payroll
Jun 21, 2024
Why Switch from Paper Check to Direct Deposit?
There may be several reasons why you have not yet made the switch to direct deposit. But do any of them outweigh the advantages of direct deposit?
Celeste Houston, Stratus HR Vice President - Payroll
Jun 7, 2024
2024 Minimum Wage Rates by State
Do you have employees working in any of these 26 states that have minimum wage rates increasing in 2024? Here’s what you need to know.
Celeste Houston, Stratus HR Vice President - Payroll
Dec 29, 2023
The Complete Payroll Outsourcing Services Guide
Get the most out of your payroll processes with our guide. Discover how outsourcing these services can lead to cost savings and improved efficiencies.
Celeste Houston, Stratus HR Vice President - Payroll
Aug 28, 2023
How Often Should I Update My W-4 Tax Form?
You just discovered you didn't have enough taxes withheld from your paycheck due to your W-4 tax form submissions. What can you do?
Celeste Houston, Stratus HR Vice President - Payroll
Jun 16, 2022
