ASAP Payroll BLOG
Getting Started in HR: The Key Areas You Need to Know
Are you new to HR? Feeling overwhelmed by everything there is to learn, especially when it comes to employment laws? Don’t panic. You’re not alone. You don’t need to know everything on your first day or even in your first year. Even HR professionals with decades of experience are still learning new things. The ...
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Payroll Changes in 2026: What Small Businesses Need to Know Now
Payroll compliance rarely changes overnight, but 2026 is one of those years where several updates are in effect at the federal and state levels. For businesses, payroll settings, classifications, and reporting practices should already be under review. If you are feeling a little uncertain about what applies to your business and what needs your immediate ...
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Why Restaurant Payroll Is More Complex Than You Think
Restaurant payroll is far more complicated than many people expect. On the surface, it may seem like a simple weekly task. In reality, it involves navigating a long list of rules, regulations, and variables that do not exist in many other industries. Restaurant owners must manage different types of employees, from servers and bartenders to ...
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What the Big Beautiful Bill Means for Your Business Payroll in 2026
Keeping up with tax law changes is not easy, especially when new legislation affects employees and employers differently. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, also known as H.R. 1, is one of those laws. While many of its provisions focus on individual tax relief, the Act also introduces important payroll and reporting considerations that employers ...
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What Illinois Employers Need to Know About the Returning Citizen Credit
Beginning with tax years ending on or after December 31, 2025, the state is making several important updates to how the Returning Citizen Credit works. These changes affect how employers qualify for the incentive, how much they can claim, and—for the first time—require employers to apply for approval before receiving the credit. What Is the ...
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Everything You Need to Know About Indiana SUI Taxes
Indiana State Unemployment Insurance (SUI) is a mandatory tax for every employer. SUI is an employer-funded tax that provides temporary income to eligible workers who lose their jobs through no fault of their own. It’s important for business owners to understand how SUI rates are calculated, because it can directly affect their bottom line. Compliance ...
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How to Maximize Potential Tax Credits
Tax season is upon us once again, and it’s time to think about maximizing tax
How to Prevent Time Theft and Buddy Punching in the Workplace
Employee time theft is one of the most common payroll challenges businesses face today. While
Streamline Employee Benefits with an HCM Platform
A traditional human resources department is often in charge of many different tasks, which can
Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) Explained for Employers
Hiring the right people is one of the biggest challenges business owners face. Between recruiting,
Navigating Payroll Compliance for Indiana Accountants and CPAs
Understanding and adhering to state payroll compliance regulations is crucial for accountants and certified public