ASAP Payroll BLOG
Workers’ Compensation: Traditional vs Pay-As-You-Go
Are your workers’ compensation costs hard to predict? Do large upfront premiums and surprise audit bills throw off your cash flow? You’re not alone. Many business owners struggle with traditional workers’ comp insurance because it relies on estimates that rarely match reality. In this article, we’ll break down the difference between traditional workers’ compensation and ...
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IRS Mileage Rate Changes for 2026: What You Need to Know
The IRS has announced new mileage rates for 2026. The standard mileage rate for business use will increase by 2.5 cents, while the rate for medical use will go down slightly. These changes are based on updated cost data and yearly inflation adjustments. Mileage rates are used to figure out how much you can deduct ...
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How to Keep Competitors From Stealing Your Employees
Employee poaching is more common than most businesses think. In fact, over 70% of hiring professionals say they’ve done it. Poaching is not illegal, but it can cause legal issues in some cases. For example, problems can come up if an employee leaves for a competitor after signing a noncompete agreement. Many companies use noncompete ...
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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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Everything Nonprofit Organizations Need to Know About Payroll
Nonprofits parallel corporations in that they have paid employees and regularly scheduled paydays. It’s important
Why Integrated HR and Payroll Systems Matter More Than Ever
Managing employees today involves much more than running payroll. Between hiring, tracking time, managing benefits,
The Nuances of Restaurant Payroll
There’s more than meets the eye when it comes to managing restaurant payroll. It’s crucial
Recruit and Retain Employees with Early Wage Access Benefits
Competition for the most talented employees is fierce in today’s job market. As organizations compete
Can Leaving a PEO Save Your Business Money?
For many businesses, a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) provides tremendous value. PEOs can help manage