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Employee Files: What to include, what to leave out, and what’s confidential

BMT Office Administration

While dealing with lots of paperwork doesn’t rank as most HR professionals’ favorite task, proper recordkeeping for employee personnel files is a must for any organization. In addition, if an employee is involuntarily let go, their employee file must be kept for one year following the termination date. Why is that?

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It’s time to review (or create) your document retention policy

BMT Office Administration

Worried that your company might not have a particular document on hand if the IRS conducted an audit? They create a document retention policy that clarifies what needs to be saved, where, and for how long. Courts and government agencies frown upon individual employees selectively keeping or tossing important documents.

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Stay on track with this payroll compliance checklist

BMT Office Administration

Payroll compliance is no small task. Everyone knows that executing payroll accurately and on time is important, after all everyone wants to get paid for their world. However, there is also a lot more that goes into proper payroll processing including a large number of compliance functions and concerns.

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W-2 E-filing guide: Brush up before you file

BMT Office Administration

Most employers are probably familiar with the e-filing process. However, mistakes can be expensive and draw unwanted attention from the IRS. With that in mind, even if you’ve e-filed your W-2s before, it’s still a good idea to review the process and ensure you’re following the right steps.

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The Stimulus Programs Gig Workers and Freelancers Qualify For

Small Business Labs

Individuals earning less than $75,000 (based on their most recent annual tax filing) can expect a one-time cash payment of $1,200.   The loan can be used to pay for most business expenses.    For more information and details, see the SBA's site and this document from the Senate Small Business Committee. 

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What electronic record-keeping software best fits your needs?

BMT Office Administration

Keeping track of paperwork can be a challenge, It’s easy to misplace a file or even spill coffee on a document on your desk. If you don’t have that document backed up in an electronic format, you may have just lost important company or employee data. The key benefits of electronic record-keeping include: Easier file sharing.

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1099 vs W-2: The difference between employees and contractors

BMT Office Administration

While individuals have until April 18, 2023, to file their personal income taxes, businesses have to start thinking about tax requirements a bit sooner. If you’re not quite sure about the differences between a 1099 and a W-2, keep reading to learn which form to send and how to fill out and file them. What is a W-2?

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