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Legal hassles can arise when you give references for former employees. These former employees might turn around and sue your organization for defamation. Here's a quick review of the ins and outs of giving references for former employees. First the facts: Defamation involves communicating false information. Defamation...

02 October, 2019

Let’s talk about PTO and remote working. Telecommuting continues to increase every year. How do you handle leave for remote workers? Follow these guidelines. Make your leave policy work for all of your employees—regardless of where they park their keyboard. First, let’s clarify what we’re talking about. How...

01 October, 2019

Many people enjoy hobbies that are also a source of income. From painting and pottery to scrapbooking and soap making, these activities can be sources of both fun and finances. Taxpayers who make money from a hobby must report that income on their tax return. However,...

27 September, 2019

For purposes of U.S. tax law, churches are considered to be public charities, also known as Section 501(c)(3) organizations. As such, they are generally exempt from federal, state, and local income and property taxes. “Exempt” means they don’t have to pay these taxes. This is so even though...

26 September, 2019

In every industry, employees are becoming more mobile. Cell phones, tablets, and smart watches make it easy to get work done anywhere. Internet-enabled devices are affordable and universal. Many people can't imagine life without them. Cloud-based software is replacing onsite applications. When business software is in the...

24 September, 2019

Employers who provide paid family and medical leave to their employees might qualify for a credit that can reduce the taxes they owe. It’s called the employer credit for family and medical leave. Here are some facts about the credit to help employers find out if...

20 September, 2019