Unclaimed property? What to do
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Employee Records Retention: What, Why, and How?
Did you know you're required to document every employment action, from hiring to termination? Learn more tips for your employee records retention...
Celeste Houston, Stratus HR Vice President - Payroll
Oct 22, 2019
Minimum Wage Increases - July 1, 2019
Minimum wage is increasing in several states and municipalities as of July 1, 2019. Will your employees be affected? Check the list.
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Jun 17, 2019
Lean HR: Is it possible to run a business with a single HR person?
There are drawbacks to a lean HR team when everything is piecemealed together. For instance, when you outsource payroll to one company...
John Farnsworth, Stratus HR Chief Executive Officer
May 17, 2019
7 Reasons You Need a PEO vs. Payroll Services
Are you choosing between a PEO v. payroll company? Consider whether your company would benefit from these seven areas to help you decide.
John Farnsworth, Stratus HR Chief Executive Officer
Apr 19, 2019
Minimum Wage Increases - January 1, 2019
Along with 19 states, various cities and counties will see minimum wage increases in January, 2019. Employers should verify they're in compliance.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Dec 21, 2018
Tax-Related Investment Considerations Before Year's End
Be sure to look at your financial situation before the year ends, as some tax-advantage strategies end at midnight on Dec 31.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Dec 12, 2018
2019 FSA and HSA Contribution Limits
For 2019, Health FSA contributions will cap at $2700 (an increase of $50 from 2018) and HSA contributions will cap at $3500/individual and...
Makenzie Chansamoeun, Stratus HR Benefits/HRIS Manager
Nov 15, 2018
Paying Nonexempt Employees When They Travel
If an hourly employee is required to travel, there are several what-if questions you need to ask to determine how much of the travel time should be...
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Oct 15, 2018
