Among the questions we receive about payroll, bookkeeping and taxes, we also have received multiple requests regarding recycling of used electronics. After some research, we have confirmed that most municipalities have drop off locations for recyclable items. But did you…
How to Grow a Successful Business in 2018
I’ve heard that determination and elbow grease are all that you need to make it big in business today. While that may be somewhat true, bringing on new business and retaining existing customers also requires knowledge, critical thinking, technology, problem…
Thinking About Outsourcing Your Payroll?
The trend to outsource payroll is definitely on the rise. The return on investment, if done correctly, will include higher efficiency, re-engineered processes, lower costs, and less time spent managing the process. This should leave you with a leaner organization…
Are we building our business?
In October we spent two hours having staff pictures taken so we could update our website, the photographer’s computer was out for repairs so it took until mid-December to get the photos. (They look great – so it was worth…
Social Security Wage Base Change for 2018 & Angel Food Candy
I received word today that the Social Security wage base (the amount of taxable wages earned per individual that is subject to social security tax each year) has been lowered – a whopping $300! What?!?!? Why would they make a…
Hours away from Deer Season 2017!
Hours away from Deer Season 2017! I am from a small town in Northeast Wisconsin. Growing up, my cousins to the south (Milwaukee) were amazed by the fact that we got the whole week off for Deer Season! It made…
Thank you for serving!
Thank you for serving! Veterans Day originated as “Armistice Day” on November 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I and became a national holiday in 1938. In 1954 President Eisenhower officially changed the name from…
Scam Requests for I-9 Information
Just wanted to take a minute to advise you of the following alert from USCIS.FYI. The USCIS has issued the following notice regarding scam emails requesting I-9 information: USCIS has learned that employers have received scam emails requesting Form I-9…
What’s the history behind Labor Day and why can’t I wear white until Spring??
Happy Labor Day! What is the real meaning behind this end-of-summer holiday you ask. According to the United States Department of Labor, it is a creation of the Labor Movement of 1882 in New York City and is dedicated to…
Earlier Due Date for W-2’s and W-3’s
Employers have a new, earlier due date of January 31, 2017, for filing 2016 information returns, W-2 and W-3 with the Social Security Administration. This date applies to you whether you file using paper forms or electronically. Forms 1099-MISC are…