If you hired an independent contractor for your business in 2019, you will have to understand and complete an IRS Form 1099-MISC for each independent contractor while preparing your taxes. However, if this is your first time working with independent… Read More
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Understanding the Independent Contractor Classification
As a small business owner, at some point, you may need to hire an independent contractor. But what classifies a worker as an independent contractor, and what does that label mean for you? Read on to learn the essential information… Read More
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What Employers Need to Know About Form W-2
As a small business employer, you are responsible for distributing IRS Form W-2 in the new year so your employees can begin to file their federal and state taxes. Unfortunately, Form W-2 can be quite confusing. Luckily, we have a… Read More
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7 Common Small Business Tax Deductions
As you prepare to file your small business taxes, it is important to know what tax deductions you can apply to your business. Tax deductions decrease your taxable income, which means more of the money you earn gets to stay… Read More
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Small Business Payroll Processing Options
When operating a small business, there are many options available to you for processing payroll. Determining which is best for you depends on how comfortable you feel handling payroll, how much money you want to spend on it, and the… Read More
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Have You Completed Your Year-End Payroll Checklist?
As 2019 comes to a close, it is time to wrap up important tasks for your business and plan for the year ahead. One of the most critical aspects of your small business, which you should review, is your payroll…. Read More
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The 5 Essential Accounts for Small Business Accounting
Excelling at small business accounting begins with keeping accurate books. A critical factor in bookkeeping is knowing the types of accounts. These accounts help you sort and track transactions in your business. Even if a business has many accounts in… Read More
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4 Small Business Tax Return Myths
The end of the year will be here soon and with it the end of the 2019 tax year. Although taxes are not due until April 2020, as a small business owner, you may be preparing your files and documents… Read More
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Types of Wages For Your Small Business Employees
As a small business owner, you have the responsibility of paying your employees their appropriate salaries and wages. You must be aware of the types of wages each employee qualifies for, and what your rate is for each. Some types… Read More
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Onboarding Procedures for Seasonal Employees
If you run a seasonal business, or you plan on hiring seasonal employees during the peak seasons of November and December, you must be sure to follow the appropriate onboarding process. Additionally, as a small business owner, you must know… Read More