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Benefit Plan Limits Announced for 2019
The Internal Revenue Service announced in Revenue Procedure 2018-57…

IRS Updates PCORI Fee
In Notice 2018-85, the IRS that the adjusted applicable amount…

Investigating the Advantages of Outsourcing Payroll
As fulfilled and engaged as your employees may be with their…

Avoid Common HR Mistakes
Human resources may sound and look like a straightforward topic,…

BASIC’s HRA Plan Flexibility
Rising healthcare costs can make it difficult to choose what…

Beyond BASIC - charity: water
During the third quarter many companies regard this time…

Rob Hayes Recognized by WEX Health for Outstanding Achievements
PORTAGE, Mich., Sept. 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Rob Hayes,…

The Ins and Outs of Virtual Offices
Working from home adds flexibility to your work-life balance.…

Hiring Right the First Time
You're in the market for a new superstar for your business but…

Time and Attendance Should be the First Step in Growing Your Business
Time and Attendance Should be the First Step in Growing Your…

Service Spotlight: The Advantages of a Stacked Card
HSAs (Health Savings Accounts) are quickly increasing in popularity…

How to Establish Phone and Email Etiquette in the Office
No one likes an office with pages and pages of behavioral rules…

IRS Issues New Guidance for Calculating Wage Levies
IRS wage levies are sent to the tax debtor's employer via Form…

ACA Reporting in 2018
In todays Failure to comply with ACA reporting requirements can…

The Benefits of an FSA
What health and savings benefits do you offer your employees? Nowadays,…

HSA Changes Are on the Horizon
On Wednesday, July 25th, the House of Representatives passed…

Taking Charge of HR Issues at Doctors' Offices
Everyone knows there is a big nursing shortfall, but, due to…

The 2018 1040 Form Shortened
The 2018 draft version of IRS form 1040 (U.S. Individual Income…

6 Inspiring TED Talks to Watch Today
Are you looking for some inspiration today? TedTalks are a great…
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