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Question: Can we require or allow certain groups of employees, but not others, to work from home? Answered by the HR Experts: Yes. Employers may offer different benefits or terms of employment to different groups of employees as long as the distinction is based on non-discriminatory criteria. For instance, a remote wor
Payroll technology continues to evolve as businesses look for faster, more accurate, and more flexible ways to manage employee pay. Today’s payroll solutions do more than process paychecks. They help improve efficiency, support compliance, and adapt to the changing needs of today’s workforce. 4 Payroll Trends To Keep O
Taxpayers who have made or plan to make charitable donations during the year should keep good records of all their contributions. Organized records can make tax filing easier and help support a deduction if it’s claimed on a federal tax return. Here are some tips to help taxpayers keep track of charitable donations: Ge
Monday, October 12, 2026, is Columbus Day, a federal banking holiday. The Federal Reserve will be closed that day, which means ACH payments—including direct deposits—will not process as they normally do. What Does This Mean for Payroll? Because payroll direct deposits rely on ACH processing, employers with paydays arou
Q. “Can a paid childcare worker also serve as a volunteer with kids on Sunday mornings?” Answer: No, generally speaking, an employee cannot volunteer to perform the same type of services for their employer that they are already being paid to do. While it is tempting to try and “nuance” the roles—labeling Sunday morning
For employers with distributed teams, remote I-9 verification can make onboarding easier without requiring every new hire to meet an HR representative in person. But it is not as simple as asking an employee to hold up documents on Zoom. Remote I-9 verification is allowed only under specific conditions. The Department
The holiday season is a time for employers to show appreciation to their employees. Whether it’s a year-end bonus, a gift card, a holiday ham, or tickets to a local sporting event, these gestures can go a long way toward boosting morale. But from a payroll and tax perspective, not all “gifts” are treated the […] The po
Thinking of starting a business? One of the most important first steps for new entrepreneurs and future business owners is to ensure the right business structure is chosen. That’s not all though, there’re a few other tips and best practices for those starting out. Let’s take a look. Choose a business structure Each bus
Question: When does the I-9 need to be completed? Answered by the HR Experts: All new employees must complete Section 1 of Form I-9 on or before their first day of employment. For I-9 purposes, the “first day of employment” is the date the employee begins performing labor or services in the United States in […] The pos
For many ministries, the weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day pass in a blur. Unfortunately, year-end payroll responsibilities don’t slow down just because ministry activities increase. Preparing now can make year-end significantly easier. Verify Employee Information One of the simplest ways to avoid W-2 corre
When employers decide to reward employees with a year-end bonus, one question often comes up: “Should we gross up the bonus?” For some businesses, the answer is yes. For others, it isn’t necessary. Understanding what a gross-up is—and when it makes sense—can help you make the best decision for your employees and your b
Question: What purpose does a mentorship program serve? Answered by the HR Experts: Mentoring is a professional relationship between a senior or more experienced employee (the mentor) and a newer or less experienced one (the mentee). The mentor shares their knowledge and experience, offering guidance, advice, feedback,
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