Most employers don’t wake up thinking, “What if we missed something when we hired someone—and ICE walks through the door?” But for many businesses across the country, that’s exactly how an ordinary workday has turned into a costly, time-consuming compliance …
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For many small or medium-sized business owners, retirement plans aren’t part of the daily conversation, until something changes. That moment arrived with the passage of the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) 2.0 Act of 2022, which introduced a series of …
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Many employers don’t realize how vulnerable they are when their I-9 process isn’t done exactly right. This federal form confirms an employee is allowed to work in the U.S., and even small mistakes can trigger big penalties. With increased ICE …
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You may not think much about the labor law posters hanging on the wall of your business, but they matter more than most employers realize. Federal and state laws require you to display specific notices that inform employees of …
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If employees come to you at the beginning of the year asking, “Why does my paycheck look smaller than the one I got in December?”, welcome to one of January’s most predictable payroll questions. In many cases, the answer has nothing to …
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For small and mid-sized businesses, growth starts with the relationships you build. One of the simplest ways to strengthen those relationships is one we often overlook: gratitude. Clients choose whether to stay, partners determine how fully they support you, and …
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Is overtime still taxed? When does “no tax on tips” start? With so much buzz around new federal tax changes, employers are left sorting out what’s accurate and what directly affects payroll. You may have heard about a “No Tax on Overtime Act of 2025” or seen …
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Year-end bonuses are one of the best ways to thank your team for their hard work, but they can also trigger payroll and tax issues if you don’t plan ahead. Before you hand out those checks, be sure to check …
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Year-end isn’t optional — and missing a single step can cost you. As deadlines stack up, tax agencies tighten requirements, and payroll complexities spike, business owners can’t afford guesswork.
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For small and mid-sized businesses, year-end payroll season is when everything must align, from pay rates to benefits and taxes. At CommPayHR, we believe preparation brings peace of mind. This guide outlines action steps to get started on now to …
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