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Payroll Info

Household Employee Payroll Software

There is no singular taxpayer that may have a need to account for the compensation and tax filing requirements associated with household workers. These taxpayers ...
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Payroll Info

An Introduction to AMS Payroll System Software

At AMS, we realized several years ago just how few good options there were for payroll system software. A couple of our loyal customers approached ...
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Payroll Info

Do I Need Easy Payroll Check Printing Software?

In most business settings, payroll check printing software does a lot more than just print checks. First, whether it is done live or after-the-fact, you ...
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Payroll Info

The Best Payroll Software for Payroll Service Providers

If you’re a payroll manager, you probably know what’s wrong with your current system. Maybe you wish your software allowed payroll for hourly employees and ...
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State Requirements

New Filing Requirements in Connecticut

Starting with tax year 2014 all Connecticut taxpayers are required to file all Form(s) W-2, W-2G, 1099-R, or 1099-MISC electronically regardless of how many forms ...
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Payroll Info

Can I print my own payroll checks on blank check stock?

The simple answer is yes with a few minor caveats. You will need to have a dedicated check writing printer or change toner every time ...
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1099 W2 Forms

Can I electronically file my state 1099 forms at the same time as I file my federal 1099 forms?

  Yes, you can e-file state 1099s with federal 1099 forms. However, it will depend on the state that you are filing for, the form ...
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State Requirements

Check your State Unemployment Tax Rates they may have changed

As an employer or tax preparer you need to be aware of changing tax rates and laws. One of the most commonly changing rates is ...
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State Requirements

Am I in a Credit Reduction State for 2014?

FUTA credit reduction occurs when a state fails to pay back loans taken to meet state unemployment liabilities to that federal government. The normal amount ...
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State Requirements

New Quarterly Withholding Reporting for New York

New York has determined that electronic filing has several advantages over paper filing such as: security, accuracy, and up-to-date tax rates. As a result, all ...
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Company

Our 1099-Etc Software Generation Option

This add-on option is excellent for many reasons! You, simply stock up on plain white paper and you are ready to go. No need to ...
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Payroll Info

Penalties for Not Paying Payroll Taxes

The penalties for NOT paying payroll taxes can be steep and complicated. These penalties can be for Form 941 taxes (withholding and FICA taxes) but ...
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Company

Why Use 1099-Etc Software?

1099-etc Software was created over 25 years ago and our goal was to provide the CPAs, small and large business owners and tax preparers an ...
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Payroll Info

Common Payroll Mistakes

One of the most important factors in payroll processing is staying compliant with the IRS and keeping your client’s business running both smoothly and organized. ...
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1098 Forms

What is the 1098-T Form

IRS Form 1098-T is also known as the “Tuition Statement”. The 1098-T form is used by eligible educational institutions to report information about their students ...
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Payroll Info

What is the AMT?

According to Wikipedia, The Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) is an income tax imposed by the United States Federal Government on individuals, corporations, estates, and trusts. ...
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Payroll Info

Let’s get serious about Payroll Taxes

1. Payroll taxes are essential to businesses with employees. No matter how you look at it, there is no exception for unpaid payroll taxes. If ...
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Payroll Info

What determines if you are a bi-weekly or monthly payroll depositor?

One of the many payroll obligations an employer has is the requirement to make payroll tax deposits. A bi-weekly payroll depositor — or a monthly ...
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Employees

Seasonal Workers

What defines a Seasonal Worker? There are times when a business needs to hire workers on a seasonal or part-time basis. For example, some businesses ...
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Employees

What is a 1042-S?

IRS Form 1042-S has a couple of clear purposes for small businesses. You must submit the form to report: Amounts paid to foreign persons Amounts ...
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Employees

What is a Household Employee?

A household employee is determined as an individual who is paid to provide a service within a residence. These types of service providers include: Babysitters ...
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