Payroll
How to Pay Yourself from an LLC: The Complete 2026 Guide
By: Cambria Wallace
Running an LLC but not sure how to pay yourself? Learn the right method: owner's draw, guaranteed payments, or salary, and what each means for your taxes.
Cambria Wallace is a Project Lead III on the Homebase Payroll Implementation team, helping small businesses navigate payroll onboarding and compliance. With four years at Homebase and over 15 years of experience, she's a certified payroll professional (FPC) who leads clients through tax configuration, employee onboarding, and first-payroll execution. Cambria combines deep payroll expertise with exceptional customer service to help business owners feel confident in their payroll journey.
Cambria's Articles
Payroll
1099 vs W-2: What Every Small Business Owner Needs to Know in 2026
By: Cambria Wallace
Hiring in 2026? Understand 1099 vs W-2 workers before you bring anyone on. See the tax math, true costs, IRS rules, and how to get classification right.
Payroll
Is Health Insurance Pre-Tax? A 2026 Payroll Guide for Small Business Owners
By: Cambria Wallace
Running payroll for your hourly team? Learn whether health insurance is pre-tax, how Section 125 plans work, and exactly how to calculate deductions.
Payroll
Dividend Tax Rates for 2026: A Small Business Owner's Guide
By: Cambria Wallace
Dividend tax in 2026 runs 0%–37% depending on type and income. Here's exactly what small business owners need to know before tax season.
Small Business Software
Top 5 Paycor Alternatives for Small Business Payroll and HR
By: Cambria Wallace
Paycor not the right fit anymore? Compare the best payroll and HR Paycor alternatives for small businesses, with pricing, key features, and trade-offs.
Payroll
Commission-Based Pay: Pros, Cons, and How It Works
By: Cambria Wallace
Commission pay has real tradeoffs. Know the rules before you decide.