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

    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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    Differences Between Offer Letters vs. Employment Contracts
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | November 10, 2020

    When recruiting new employees, HR professionals and hiring managers may find that they use the terms “offer letter” and “employment agreement”...

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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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    What is Hazard Pay, How Does it Work, and What’s HR’s Role?
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | August 12, 2020

    For some employers, hazard pay is part of the job. Dangerous worksites, physically demanding tasks, and other duties require additional compensation...

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    What Is Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI)?
    Picture of Drew Gieseke Drew Gieseke | August 5, 2020

    Modern HR departments are in a position to make significant, lasting changes in the organizations they represent. This includes purchasing employment...

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