Payroll

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.

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.

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.

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.

By: Cambria Wallace

Commission pay has real tradeoffs. Know the rules before you decide.

By: Cambria Wallace

A payroll advance lets employees access earned wages early. Here's what small business owners need to know about policy, forms, legal rules, and alternatives.

By: Cambria Wallace

ADP too expensive or complex for your team? Compare 7 ADP alternatives for small business payroll — with pricing, ratings, and honest takes on each.

By: Cambria Wallace

Gusto not working for your hourly team? Compare the 6 best Gusto alternatives — verified pricing, G2 ratings, and honest takes from real small business owners.

By: Cambria Wallace

Salary or owner's draw? Learn which fits your biz and how much to take.

By: Scott Leitner

Our 2026 small business tax deductions checklist covers 21 write-off categories, plus hourly-worker specifics like the FICA Tip Credit and new overtime W-2 rules.