Paying Employees Articles

As a small business owner, you know things don’t always go according to plan when it comes to payroll. Mistakes happen, and even common payroll tasks can leave you scratching your head. And with mistakes and confusion, time can quickly add up. Have you ever found yourself wondering Why does payroll take so long? Keep […]

Do you know how to pay employees? There are several methods, like checks, direct deposit, and … bitcoin? You have most likely heard of bitcoin or cryptocurrency while watching the news, reading a newspaper, or searching the internet. You may be asking yourself, What exactly is bitcoin? And, Is there such a thing as bitcoin […]

As a business owner, traveling for work can be exciting. After all, what employee doesn’t like driving around town to meet daily business needs, or better yet, going to a new place and meeting new people? But, whether it’s in town or out of town, travel for work can also be time-consuming, complicated, and frustrating.  […]

Hiring salaried employees can eliminate some of the guesswork out of wage calculations. Typically, an employee earning a salary receives the same amount each pay period. But, what happens when an employee takes an unpaid day of work? In these situations, you must know how to prorate salary.

Employers can choose from a few types of payment methods to offer employees. One popular option is direct deposit. You can also pay employees with handwritten or printed paychecks. Before deciding what is the best option for your business, you should weigh the pros and cons of each.

Some businesses prefer paying employees cash instead of other payment methods, like direct deposit or check. If you choose to pay cash wages, you are still responsible for depositing and reporting employment taxes.

Everybody makes mistakes. And if you’re an employer, you’ve probably made (or will make) a payroll mistake at some point. If you make a mistake or forget to pay an employee certain wages (e.g., bonus), you might need to provide retroactive or back pay.

As an employer, you are likely familiar with the standard methods of paying employees, such as cash, checks, direct deposit, and pay cards. However, as technology advances, so do the methods of paying employees. Mobile wallets and pay are slowly becoming the future of payroll. In fact, mobile payments are expected to increase to $503 […]