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EEO-1 Data Collection Window for 2022 Approaching
Written by Rebecca Tipton, SHRM-SCP BMSS HR Advisory Putting the “Resource” in Human Resource Consulting After many recent delays, the EEO-1 Data Collection Window is due to open on October
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Alabama Sales Tax Rate Reduction on Food Effective as of September 1, 2023
Alabama recently updated the state-level sales tax rate on food, reducing it from 4% to 3%, effective September 1, 2023. This does not affect local jurisdiction rates such as city
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Attention: Update to Business Personal Property Tax Filing Process
Beginning October 1, 2023, the OPPAL system will be a component of My Alabama Taxes to electronically file your business personal property return. If you (or BMSS on your behalf)
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IRS Halts Processing of New ERC Claims Until January 2024
In a news release yesterday, the IRS issued a moratorium on the processing of any new Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims through at least the end of the year, citing
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Business Personal Property Tax – Looking Forward
It’s that time of year again, Business Personal Property Tax Returns are quickly approaching! Take a look below at some of the things to start thinking about in the coming
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I-9 Compliance: Navigating the Updated Form and Remote Verifications
Written by Rebecca Tipton, SHRM-SCP, BMSS HR Services The I-9 form is one of the main cornerstones of compliance for onboarding so that employers can demonstrate their employees’ eligibility to work
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Maximize Your Tax Savings and Make a Positive Impact: Work Opportunity Tax Credit
Written by Sarah Shirley Ever since the world seemingly stopped during the COVID-19 pandemic, people everywhere have started placing greater importance on making a positive impact in the world and
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IRS Increases Oversight of ERC Program
Last week, the IRS issued an important news release, IR-2023-135 (click green link to read full release), announcing their heightened scrutiny of claims for the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) with
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Hurricane Season: Preparation & Post-Event Considerations
Written by Claire Bourseleth, Katim Faal and Lisa Talley, BDO USA, P.A. Hurricane Season is underway and will remain in effect until November 30th of this year. Is your organization
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Keeping Up With 2023 HR Updates
Written by Rebecca Tipton, SHRM-SCP HR Advisory Services Putting the “Resource” in Human Resource Consulting One of the unexpected challenges of the HR industry is keeping up with compliance updates
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Independent Contractor (Self-Employed) or Employee?
Labor classification splits workers into two categories: Employees and Independent Contractors. Proper classification of workers is an important part of paying for labor and there are several pieces to consider
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Retirement Plan Changes for 2023 and Beyond
Written by Ashley G. White, JD, CPA The Securing a Strong Retirement Act of 2022, known as SECURE 2.0 Act, made significant changes to retirement savings rules for both the employer and employee. Some of these changes
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