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How to Calculate a Full-time Equivalent Employee for the PPP Loan, ERC, & More

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As an employer, at some point or another, you may have stumbled across the term “full-time equivalent employee.” Maybe you noticed it while researching information about the Paycheck Protection Program loan. Or, maybe you came across it while looking into COBRA.

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Pre-employment Questionnaire: How to Successfully Weed Out Unqualified Applicants

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According to one source, approximately 78% of resumes contain misleading information. Sorting through applicants is no easy task. It takes a lot of time, energy, and patience. Chances are, you’ve likely come face to face with some dishonest applicants.

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How to Do a Background Check: 6 Steps for Due Diligence When Hiring Employees

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According to one source, 96% of employers conduct at least one type of background screening. If you haven’t already, jump on the background check […] READ MORE. If you’re like many business owners, you likely want to do your due diligence before making any hiring decisions.

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Pre-employment Questionnaire: How to Successfully Weed Out Unqualified Applicants

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According to one source, approximately 78% of resumes contain misleading information. The post Pre-employment Questionnaire: How to Successfully Weed Out Unqualified Applicants appeared first on Payroll Tips, Training, and News. Chances are, you’ve likely come face to face with some dishonest applicants.

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Learn How to Print Payroll Checks in 5 Simple Steps

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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 checks comes with a few decisions, like purchasing supplies and selecting a check layout.

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Connecticut Paid Sick Leave Information for Employers

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The Connecticut paid sick leave law was the first state-mandated paid sick leave in the United States, dating back to 2012. In 2024, the state passed a major Connecticut sick leave expansion that begins in 2025. Do you have to pay your employees for sick days in CT? If so, how many days do you […] Read More

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Don’t Forget to Collect State W-4 Forms from New Hires

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When you hire new employees, you need to collect information to verify employment eligibility and run payroll. The post Don’t Forget to Collect State W-4 Forms from New Hires appeared first on Patriot Software. Federal Forms W-4 and I-9 are just the beginning when it comes to new employee forms.