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OASDI Tax: Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (OASDI) Tax Deductions
Tax withholding is an essential piece of the payroll puzzle. One of the taxes you must withhold from employee wages is the Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (OASDI) tax. You must also contribute an employer portion of the OASDI tax. OASDI tax is more commonly referred to as Social Security tax.
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What Is FICA Tax, and How Much Is It?
As an employer, you’re in charge of paying your employees … and handling those pesky employment taxes. One of the taxes you need to calculate and withhold is a payroll tax known as FICA. What is FICA tax?
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What Is an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Is it Taxable?
Benefits matter to 81% of employees, which means your benefits package is an important recruitment and retention tool. From traditional benefits, like health insurance, to newer benefits, like student loan repayment, you’re always looking for the next best thing. Have you heard of employee assistance program (EAP) benefits? What is EAP, exactly?
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How to Help Clients Set up a Payment Plan With the IRS
Do you have a client who can’t pay their tax bill? You may need to help them set up a payment plan with the IRS. A payment plan, such as an installment agreement, generally decreases penalties and prohibits the IRS from levying assets.
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How Do I Set up Payroll for My Accounting Clients?
From tax preparation to advising, your accounting services are invaluable to small businesses. One in-demand service among small business owners is payroll. Not to mention, 43% of accounting firms believe payroll services can benefit clients.
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How to Use Business Bank Statements [+ Example]
If you have a business bank account, you should regularly receive a paper or electronic statement. These business bank statements provide valuable information for managing your business finances.
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The Basics of Revenue in Small Business
Revenue is a vital part of your business. Your business needs revenue to survive. So, you must understand revenue. Below you will learn what revenue is, why revenue is important, how to calculate it, and how to increase it.
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Form W-2 Box 12 Codes and Explanations
Each year, you need to file Form W-2 for your employees. You might need to use Form W-2 Box 12 codes to accurately fill out Form W-2.
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What Is the Difference Between Gross and Net Pay?
Running payroll can be confusing. Although it’s natural to have payroll questions when starting out, you can’t afford to get tripped up when it comes to gross vs. net pay. Knowing the difference between gross and net pay impacts employee wages, payroll withholdings, recordkeeping, and even employer laws.
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