Social Security Wage Base Update

The wage base limit is the maximum wage that’s subject to Social Security tax for that year. In 2025, the Social Security Wage base was $176,100 and is increasing to

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Federal 941 Payroll Tax Lookback Procedures

IRS Notice 931 (Rev. September 2025), Deposit Requirements for Employment Taxes, lists requirements for depositing payroll taxes such as federal income tax, social security and Medicare tax. If your company

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Strengthening Your 2026 Budget Through Strategic Vendor Review

In Summary: A strategic vendor review is a powerful yet often overlooked approach that can uncover savings, improve efficiency, and strengthen supplier relationships for businesses. By evaluating vendor consolidation opportunities,

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Manufacturing KPIs to Watch in 2026

Manufacturing is a major part of the United States economy. The sector generates more than 9% of national GDP and employs more than 13 million workers across close to 240,000

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Preparing for 1099 and W-2 Season

The holidays are around the corner, and before we know it, January 2026 will be here! Let’s take a look at what we can do now to make the preparation

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Reflect, Refine, and Rise: How HR Reviews Set the Stage for a Strong 2026

In Summary: Rebecca Tipton, SHRM-SCPPutting the “Resource” in Human Resources Consulting With the end of another calendar year quickly approaching, it’s time to identify what your HR goals should be

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Why Small Businesses Should Work with a Reputable Accounting Firm

Most business owners seek professional accounting help for one reason: to file taxes and stay compliant. Yet this practical necessity often obscures a more valuable truth, expert financial guidance delivers

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Important Update: Unauthorized GoFundMe Pages Affect Nonprofits

GoFundMe recently created donation pages for roughly 1.4 million nonprofit organizations without their knowledge or consent. These unauthorized pages caused significant confusion and concern across the nonprofit sector. Many of

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Your Alabama Tax License Renewal is Due December 31, 2025

Beginning November 1, 2020, taxpayers are required to renew the State of Alabama Tax License annually. 2026 License Renewal Due Date: 12/31/2025 The My Alabama Taxes (MAT) website provides the

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Strengthen Your Cyber Defenses Before It’s Too Late

Cybersecurity is not just an IT function—it’s a business imperative. Today’s attackers target people, processes, and technology, exploiting any weakness they can find. The difference between companies that survive and those that don’t often comes down to one principle: proactivity versus reactivity.

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How the Government Shutdown Affects Taxpayers: What You Need to Know

The federal government shutdown that began October 1, 2025, has created significant disruptions at the IRS, with approximately 35,000 employees—nearly half the agency's workforce—now furloughed. As taxpayers face the critical October 15 extension deadline and businesses prepare for the upcoming filing season, understanding these impacts is essential for protecting your interests.

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Paper Checks Scheduled to Cease on September 30, 2025

On March 25, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order requiring the U.S. Treasury to phase out paper checks for nearly all federal payments and collections starting September 30, 2025.

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