Checklist for IRS 1099 vs W2 Employees

The criteria for IRS 1099 vs W2 workers is sometimes confusing to understand for employers. Each situation has its differences, so it is important for employers to be well aware of how to classify their workers correctly and file the right forms when tax season arrives. We will go in-depth into how the IRS views […]

What Makes Payroll Accounting Software Programs Effective

Before you make the move to any payroll accounting software programs for your business, you should know what makes a great software great. Not all software programs offer all that you may need, and some might charge you for features you may not even need or use. We will cover the essential features you should […]

Form For An Independent Contractor: W-2 or 1099?

Should you give an independent contractor W-2 or 1099 form? The answer to this question is almost always 1099 form. Usually, 1099 independent contractors and W-2 employees are two totally different tax classifications. As an employer, you have fewer tax responsibilities for a 1099 independent contractor than a W-2 employee. Let’s look at how workers […]

You Asked, We Answered: How Payroll System Works

If you are considering implementing new payroll procedures, you might wonder how payroll system works. Essentially, how payroll system works is that it helps ensure accuracy in employee compensation and tax information. There are a few different payroll system options for companies: Full-time accountant Payroll service In-house payroll Payroll software A payroll system makes running […]

Managing Your Home Care Payroll Services

If you employ people to complete work within your household, then you might need home care payroll services. In this instance, you would be responsible for household employment tax, often called the “nanny tax.” It sometimes takes several people to properly run a household. Home care workers could include: Caregivers Cooks Nannies Drivers Housekeepers Healthcare […]

Which Tax Form to Give Your Independent Contractor: 1099 vs W-2

Does it make sense to provide an independent contractor 1099 vs W-2 form? In this article, we at AMS will help you figure out worker tax classifications and when to hire an independent contractor.     Classifying 1099 Independent Contractors and W-2 Employees Determining a worker’s tax classification usually comes down to the nature of […]

Employee Classification: How to Switch from 1099 to W-2

Congratulations on bringing another member onto your team! As an employer, you might need to figure out how to switch from 1099 to W-2. You would help an independent contractor make this transition if you wanted to make them an employee. If you are hoping to bring another full-time employee onto your business team, this […]

How to File Taxes with a 1099 and W-2

As you start to gather information for tax season, you might wonder how to file taxes with a 1099 and W-2. If your company employs a range of workers, then each worker comes with their own tax responsibilities. At AMS, we can help you determine how to file taxes with a W-2 and 1099.   […]

Consultant: 1099 vs W-2?

Trying to figure out whether to give a consultant 1099 vs W-2 designation? At AMS, we can help you learn about that decision and file the appropriate tax forms. A consultant has some sort of expertise in a given field, like IT, human resource, operations, management, or strategy. You might hire a consultant if your […]

Tax Perspective: Employees Going From W-2 to 1099

If you have an employee going from W-2 to 1099 in your company, AMS is here to help. We will provide a couple examples of when this transition, an employee going from W-2 to 1099, would be appropriate. Of course, we will also let you know how AMS can support you in that transition.   […]