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The Complete Guide To California Payroll & Payroll Taxes
California’s payroll taxes are more involved than other states, so small businesses need to be extra careful when processing payroll in California. We’ve made understanding California’s payroll taxes and labor laws easy so that you can pay your payroll taxes on time and stay compliant with the latest payroll laws.
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The Complete Guide To Maryland Payroll & Payroll Taxes
Small business owners are no stranger to the need to be self-sufficient and balance competing tasks. Some responsibilities, such as paying taxes and employees, are difficult to complete without proper planning. Additionally, there are many legal and financial risks for not fulfilling these obligations, especially in the state of Maryland. We know time is precious, so we’ve broken down the essential regulation and steps needed to complete payroll for small businesses in Maryland.
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The Complete Guide To New York Payroll & Payroll Taxes
The more complex details of payroll and payroll taxes can be time-consuming and confusing, but they are absolutely essential for avoiding legal issues and penalties. We know small businesses have plenty on their plate already, so in this article, we’ve broken down all the steps involved in doing payroll in New York State — and the key regulations to be aware of. Ready to learn how to do payroll in New York? Read on!
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The Complete Guide To Switching From Worldpay To A Better Credit Card Processing Company
Closing a merchant account is never a simple process. Providers such as Worldpay go out of their way to make it as difficult as possible in the hopes of discouraging you from terminating your business relationship with them. We’ve laid out the specific steps that you’ll need to follow to do so successfully.
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What Is A Monthly Minimum For Merchant Accounts?
A particularly confusing and misunderstood fee is the monthly minimum. Rather than a direct fee, it’s the minimum amount in processing fees you’re required to pay your provider monthly. If your processing fees fall short of this minimum, you’re billed the difference; if not, there’s no extra charge.
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Everything You Need To Know About Using A Hosted Payment Page For Secure Online Checkouts
If you’re a small business owner trying to run an online business — and particularly if you don’t already have specialized coding knowledge — a hosted payment page is an excellent option that allows your customers to complete their purchases securely and conveniently.
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How To Start A Subscription Box Business
Subscription boxes are all the rage for consumers, with everything from jewelry to collectors’ items and even food and drinks. Here’s what you need to know to plan, launch and grow a subscription box business.
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How To Calculate Payroll
Learning how to do payroll in-house can keep costs down, but crunching the numbers and double-checking your work takes patience and practice. It’s not impossible, though — no matter how daunting it may seem. Read on! We’ve put together a comprehensive guide to handling payroll that will take the guesswork and stress out of the picture.
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How To Find Your EIN Number
You will need your Employer Identification Number, or EIN, for completing various legal tasks related to your business, such as filing taxes. If you have misplaced your EIN or aren’t sure if you even have one, you have come to the right place! Read on to learn what an EIN is, how to find your EIN, and how to apply for an EIN if you don’t already have one.
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