Economy March 27, 2026
U.S. Consumer Sentiment Falls as Inflation Gets Worse
U.S. consumer sentiment slid to a three-month low in March and year-ahead inflation expectations jumped as the war in the Middle East drives up gasoline prices.
January 5, 2018
Scott Kirksey Named CEO of BenefitMall
This is the latest strategic change for the firm, which partnered with global alternative asset manager The Carlyle Group to acquire the company from an investor group led by Austin Ventures on December 31, 2017. Equity for the acquisition came from ...
January 5, 2018
Before You 1099, Make Sure You W-9
Misclassifying independent contractors and failing to fill out the proper paperwork can have serious consequences, like higher taxes and steep fines. Chances are, you’ve heard plenty of talk about having to file 1099s, but that’s not the first step.
January 5, 2018
IRS to Start Accepting Tax Returns on Jan. 29, 2018
The IRS has announced that it will officially begin accepting returns for the 2017 tax year on January 29, 2018 (IR-2018-01, 1/4/18). This is a little later than usual to give the nation’s tax collection agency enough time to ensure security and ...
January 2, 2018
2018 Tax Reform Law has Benefits for Some Small Businesses
The TCJA also benefits many small businesses while presenting new obstacles. In general, the revised rules for businesses take effect in 2018 and are permanent, unlike most changes for individuals.
January 1, 2018
Tax Pro Shows Hidden Benefits of 2018 Tax Reform Law
There are so many cool things that you can do with this new tax law. I will be updating you on more of them soon.
December 31, 2017
Workplace Resolutions For the New Year – 2018
Too often workplace policies are only considered in the context of some negative workplace action when it is actually occurs, such as a termination or other employment issue. Sometimes it may involve a legal claim by an applicant or employee.
December 26, 2017
Many States See New Employment Laws in 2018
As the new year approaches, employers across the United States scramble to become compliant with local and state employment laws.
December 26, 2017
Exempt Employee Salary Threshold Rises Across the U.S.
Last year employers anxiously watched as the Department of Labor (DOL) announced a rule requiring the salary threshold for exempt employees to double. The new overtime rule required that employees see a new salary of $47,476 in order to qualify as an ...
December 19, 2017
Top U.S. Cities for Tech Hiring in 2018
Twenty-one percent of CIOs surveyed say they plan to add full-time technology professionals to their teams in the first six months of the year, the same as the second half of 2017, and up 5 points from one year ago at this time. In addition to hiring ...
December 19, 2017
Paychex Launches AccountantHQ for Streamlined Client Management
Through the Paychex Flex online platform, AccountantHQ offers access to authorized client payroll and HR data and key account contacts, along with an extensive accountant resource library – all backed by an enhanced accountant service model.
December 19, 2017
Americans Less Confident on Homeownership and Finances
Despite steady job creation, record stock market gains and faster economic growth in recent months, new consumer findings from the National Association of Realtors surprisingly show that a smaller share of households believe that now is a good time to...
December 18, 2017
December 2017 Payroll Channel
When you run payroll, you must comply with payroll and labor laws. Brush up on payroll compliance legislation and common compliance mistakes so you can accurately run payroll without fear of penalties.