Question: Should we allow employees to use sick time for a “mental health day”? Answered by the HR Experts: We certainly recommend this, and, depending on the circumstances and the state you operate in, it may also be required by law. Stress, anxiety, and other mental health...
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), there are specific requirements for minimum wages and overtime. As an employer, you must pay tipped workers a minimum wage. Because of the nature of tips, you also have special obligations when it comes to recordkeeping. If you...
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service announced it’s making it easier for taxpayers to file their taxes by adding information return documents to their IRS Individual Online Account, helping consolidate important tax records into one digital location. The first information returns to be added are Form...
WASHINGTON — As millions of people file their 2024 tax returns, the Internal Revenue Service reminded taxpayers to use the Where’s My Refund? tool on IRS.gov to confirm receipt of their return and track a refund. Taxpayers who file electronically can typically use the Where’s My...
Question: If an employee puts in their notice, can we let them go that day instead of keeping them for the full notice period? Answer: Generally, yes, you can let an employee go that same day unless there is a contract or agreement to the contrary....
A minister cannot claim housing expenses for the months they are not employed as a minister. Section 107 of the Internal Revenue Code specifies that the rental value of a home furnished to a minister as part of their compensation, or a rental allowance paid to...
Once Geofencing has been setup, you can easily identify employees that have used the mobile app to clock in and out beyond the boundaries of their defined location. This article explains how to view the punch data and factors that can affect the accuracy of Geofencing. View...
In 2025 employee retention is a top priority for companies seeking to reduce turnover costs and maintain a productive workforce. But what’s the secret to keeping employees engaged and committed? According to numerous surveys, 90% of employees say the key to staying with their current...
Taxpayers should be aware of gift card scams and take steps to protect themselves. Scammers may target taxpayers by asking them to pay a fake tax bill with gift cards. People should remember that the IRS never asks for or accepts gift cards as payment...
Question: Are we permitted to ask applicants about their immigration status? Answer: No, you shouldn’t ask applicants about their immigration status—for example, whether they are a citizen, naturalized citizen, lawful permanent resident, or refugee. Asking about applicants’ immigration status (or any protected class) could lead...