In July 2025, the government passed a massive bill (“The One Big Beautiful Bill”). The bill made sweeping changes like no tax on overtime and no tax on tips. It also established “Trump Accounts” for children. So what is a Trump Account, and what does it have to do with employers? What are “Trump Accounts?” […]Read More| Patriot Software
Software can make payroll, and your life, much easier. But, choosing a payroll system can be overwhelming. And as a savvy business owner, you want to find the best payroll software for a small business. You can look at small business payroll software reviews to help you choose. Read on to learn about the best […]Read More| Patriot Software
As an employer, you have different options to choose from when it comes to paying employees. One option you have is to print payroll checks. Printing payroll checks comes with a few decisions, like purchasing supplies and selecting a check layout. Learn what steps you need to take to get your employees’ wages from computer […]Read More| Patriot Software
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Both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris endorsed “no tax on tips” in the 2024 presidential election. The discussion continues gaining momentum, and several bills (“No Tax on Tips Act” and “The One, Big, Beautiful Bill”) bring it into the spotlight. But will it happen? It could. On May 20, 2025 the Senate unanimously passed the […]Read More| Patriot Software
Have you heard the chatter about a “no tax on tips” proposal? It’s part of the recently proposed “One, Big, Beautiful Bill,” along with another popular provision—”no tax on overtime.” Overtime pay, or time and a half, is currently taxed like regular wages. The no tax on overtime proposal would provide a federal income tax […]Read More| Patriot Software
In addition to federal overtime laws, there are overtime laws by state. These laws may impose stricter regulations than federal rules.| Patriot Software