
Federal Overtime Salary Threshold: 2026 Rules Explained
By: Scott Leitner
Salaried doesn't always mean exempt. Know the $43,888 threshold.

Scott Leitner
Senior Manager, Payroll Operations at Homebase
Scott Leitner, PHR, CPP, MBA is Senior Manager, Payroll Operations at Homebase, with four years at the company and 18 years in payroll implementation. He's built systems that help small business clients transition their payroll and HR onto the platform smoothly. Before Homebase, Scott guided hundreds of small and midsize employers through payroll system migrations at ADP.

By: Scott Leitner
Salaried doesn't always mean exempt. Know the $43,888 threshold.

By: Scott Leitner
Imputed income covers fringe benefits like gym fees and group life over $50K.

By: Scott Leitner
Payroll taxes split into what you pay and what you withhold. Know each.

By: Scott Leitner
A free 2026 deductions checklist plus a printable worksheet for tax prep.

By: Scott Leitner
Payroll taxes vary by state. Get 2026 rates, SUTA, and leave laws in one place.

By: Scott Leitner
Hourly or draws? Here's how to find your real annual income number.