Thu, 10 Aug 2023 14:56:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2.2 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/cropped-site-favicon-32x32.png 32 32 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/payroll/flsa-rules-regulations-summer-jobs-for-teens/ Thu, 29 Dec 2022 19:49:13 +0000 https://pslohio.wpengine.com/uncategorized/flsa-rules-regulations-summer-jobs-for-teens/ The closer summer gets, the more teens begin looking for jobs—and, they might be applying to work for you. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sets specific rules for hiring teens and children. Know the minor employment laws before you take on a minor employee. To learn more about the labor laws for minors seeking […]

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]]> https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/payroll/new-w-4-form-irs-changes/ Tue, 20 Dec 2022 20:12:00 +0000 https://pslohio.wpengine.com/uncategorized/new-w-4-form-irs-changes/ The new W-4 form for 2023 is now available. Unlike the big W-4 form shakeup of 2020, there aren’t significant changes to the new form. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t familiarize yourself with it. You may not file Form W-4 with the IRS, but your payroll depends on it. Employers use Form W-4 to […]

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]]> https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/payroll/hire-your-first-employee-ultimate-checklist/ Fri, 16 Dec 2022 15:39:19 +0000 https://pslohio.wpengine.com/uncategorized/hire-your-first-employee-ultimate-checklist/ Hiring your first employee is exhilarating. Instead of remaining buried by your business responsibilities, you can bring employees on board to alleviate some of your stress. But for many, the endless information about becoming an employer can be overwhelming. Every small business owner starts their employer journey by hiring their first employee. To get through […]

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]]> https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/payroll/becoming-an-employer/ Fri, 16 Dec 2022 15:35:58 +0000 https://pslohio.wpengine.com/uncategorized/becoming-an-employer/ Hiring your first employee is a huge milestone for you and your business. However, becoming an employer comes with many additional responsibilities. If you’re ready to become an employer, you must know which steps to follow. 8 Steps of becoming an employer Use these eight steps to learn how to become an employer. 1. Find […]

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]]> https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/payroll/hire-without-social-security-number/ Fri, 16 Dec 2022 15:35:29 +0000 https://pslohio.wpengine.com/uncategorized/hire-without-social-security-number/ When you hire new employees, you are responsible for collecting new hire paperwork. You must gather information, such as an employee’s name, address, and Social Security number (SSN). But, what happens when an employee doesn’t have an SSN? Can you hire someone without a Social Security number? Get the answers to all of your burning […]

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]]> https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/payroll/what-is-w-4-form-used-for-purpose/ Thu, 15 Dec 2022 18:49:14 +0000 https://pslohio.wpengine.com/uncategorized/what-is-w-4-form-used-for-purpose/ When you hire an employee, you need to have them fill out new hire paperwork. One form you must have new employees fill out and keep in your records is Form W-4. So, what is a W-4 form? What is the purpose of Form W-4? Read on to find out the answers to these W-4 […]

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]]> https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/payroll/state-w-4-forms-withholding-chart/ Thu, 15 Dec 2022 18:41:54 +0000 https://pslohio.wpengine.com/uncategorized/state-w-4-forms-withholding-chart/ When you hire new employees, you need to collect information to verify employment eligibility and run payroll. Federal Forms W-4 and I-9 are just the beginning when it comes to new employee forms. You may also need to collect state-specific forms, including your state’s W-4. What is the state W-4 form? What is a state […]

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]]> https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/payroll/sign-on-bonus/ Mon, 31 Oct 2022 16:39:45 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=59404 You’re struggling to find good, quality candidates to fill an open position. Or, you’ve found the perfect candidate and want to sweeten the job offer. What do you do? In either case, you may consider offering a sign-on bonus. But before you advertise a $500, $1,000, or $5,000 (you get the picture) sign-on bonus, you […]

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]]> https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/payroll/rehiring-former-employees-quit-fired/ Tue, 11 Oct 2022 12:37:00 +0000 https://pslohio.wpengine.com/uncategorized/rehiring-former-employees-quit-fired/ Sometimes, you lose great employees. An employee could accept a new job offer, retire, be laid off, or move away. Whatever the case may be, there might come a time when you consider rehiring former employees. Read on to learn about the pros and cons of rehiring former employees. And, if you decide to rehire […]

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]]> https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/payroll/what-is-the-work-opportunity-tax-credit-wotc/ Thu, 06 Oct 2022 19:27:00 +0000 https://pslohio.wpengine.com/uncategorized/what-is-the-work-opportunity-tax-credit-wotc/ Have you hired a veteran? What about a SNAP recipient or ex-felon? If so, you may be eligible for the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Get to know all-things WOTC, including what is a work opportunity tax credit, which businesses are eligible, and how to apply. What are you waiting for? Get reading! What is […]

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