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Emerging HR trends, compliance updates, recruitment and retention—everything you need to keep your organization running smoothly.

    When Do Part-Time Employees Have a Right to Benefits?
    Picture of Lauren Brown Lauren Brown | December 4, 2020

    With workforces employing both full-time and part-time workers—sometimes doing the same job duties, just different hours—it’s important to know which...

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    What is the Difference Between EDI and API Integration?
    Picture of Sarah Weinstein Sarah Weinstein | December 1, 2020

    If you’ve ever looked into software vendors, you’ve probably heard the acronyms EDI and API thrown around. At a basic level, both EDIs and APIs...

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    IRS Announces New IRA Eligibility Income Ranges for 2021
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | November 16, 2020

    As part of its ongoing cost-of-living adjustments, the IRS announced in early November 2020 several key updates to retirement-related savings...

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    Offer Letter vs. Employment Contract
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | November 10, 2020

    When recruiting new employees, HR professionals and hiring managers often use the terms “offer letter” and “employment contract” interchangeably....

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    Payroll Calendar: 27 Possible Biweekly Pay Periods in 2021
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | November 5, 2020

    As HR prepares for the new year, it’s key to stay ahead of the curve on important dates and compliance requirements. One noteworthy takeaway is that...

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    What to Know About HSA, FSA, Commuter Benefit Limit Changes for 2021
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | October 27, 2020

    Each year, the IRS reviews contribution limits for numerous tax provisions and healthcare savings accounts. In 2021, some contribution limits were...

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    IRS Announces Updates to 401(k) Contribution Limits for 2021
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | October 26, 2020

    In October 2020, the IRS announced key updates to 401(k) contribution limits for 2021, including changes to catch-up contributions and employer...

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    Final 2020 1094-C, 1095-C ACA Reporting Forms Issued by IRS
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | October 19, 2020

    The IRS recently released final versions of the 2020 Affordable Care Act (ACA) forms, which include 1094-C and 1095-C. What should employers know...

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    IRS Issues Employer Guidance for New Payroll Tax Deferral
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | August 31, 2020

    In early August 2020, President Trump signed executive orders to provide aid during the ongoing coronavirus crisis. Among the orders was a payroll...

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    What to Know About New FMLA Forms Issued by DOL
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | August 18, 2020

    Released in July 2020, new Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) forms make it easier for employers, employees, leave administrators, and healthcare...

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