Jan 2, 2020 | Benefits, Human Resources, Regulatory Updates
Periods of growth are particularly exciting for small and midsize businesses, but they also bring new HR challenges. Along with adding employees— which may change the feel of your culture as well as your floorplan — your organization may become subject to federal and...
US Department of Labor Final Rule Makes It Easier to Offer Perks to Workers
Dec 30, 2019 | Benefits, Regulatory Updates
A final rule from the U.S. Department of Labor, effective January 15, 2020, will allow employers to more easily offer perks and benefits to their employees. The previous regulatory landscape left employers uncertain about the role that perks and benefits play when...
401(k) Contribution Limit Increases in 2020
Dec 12, 2019 | Industry News, Regulatory Updates, Retirement Services
The Internal Revenue Service announced that employees in 401(k) plans will be able to contribute up to $19,500 in 2020. In addition, dollar limitations for pension plans and other retirement-related items for tax year 2020 were announced. Highlights of changes for...
IRS Releases Inflation-Adjusted Limits for HSAs and HDHPs for 2020
Aug 8, 2019 | Industry News, Regulatory Updates
On May 28, 2019, the IRS released Revenue Procedure 2019-25 to announce the inflation-adjusted limits for health savings accounts (HSAs) and high deductible health plans (HDHPs) for 2020.  Here’s a breakdown of these increases. Annual Contribution Limits for 2020 For...
Get Ready for Taxes: Safekeeping Tax Records Helps for Future Filing
Jan 8, 2019 | Industry News, Regulatory Updates
How long should you keep Tax Records? The IRS generally recommends keeping copies of tax returns and supporting documents at least three years. Employment tax records should be kept at least four years after the date that the tax becomes due or paid, whichever is...
IRS Issues Standard Mileage Rates for 2019
Jan 2, 2019 | Industry News, Regulatory Updates
The Internal Revenue Service on December 14, 2018 issued the 2019 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes. Beginning on January 1, 2019, the standard mileage...