How to do Payroll for a Small Business – The Ultimate Guide
Payroll is an essential component of every business, large and small. Once you have made the decision to hire your first employee or employees, it is inevitable that…
How Many Pay Periods are in a Year?
If you are just starting out your business and planning to hire employees, your initial task on the checklist will be setting up a payroll system, classifying employees,…
A 4-Step Action Plan to Improve Your Organizational Skills Based on the KonMari Method
Ever since Marie Kondo introduced her unique way of tidying up, the KonMari Method has become the gold standard of organizing. However, the organizational techniques she teaches aren’t…
A Simple 8-Step Guide for Starting a Small Business
The idea of starting a small business is undoubtedly daunting and challenging for the first-time business owners or entrepreneurs – but if you have passion and determination along with a…
Margin vs Markup: The Definitive Guide for Business Owners
Margin vs markup: Is there a difference? Absolutely. Margin and markup are two important accounting terms that are used interchangeably by business owners, contractors, employees, consultants, etc., in…
When to Switch Your Payroll Service Provider?
At which point you would need a switch over to a new payroll service provider? More often companies reach a crisis point before making a decision to change….
What is Form W-4 and How to Fill It Out in 2019
What is Form W-4? Form W-4 also known as Employee Withholding Allowance Certificate is an IRS form, which every employee needs to complete to let their employer know…
World Backup Day is Here – Are You Prepared?
March 31st is World Backup Day. It is celebrated to remind people and business owners to protect their data by backing the files and checking restores to avoid…
2019 CheckMark Software Updates Have Arrived!
CheckMark is pleased to announce the release of 2019 updates for all of our software products. We are committed to bringing you new ways to make the most…
How Much Does Payroll Software Cost?
Payroll software is vital for any small business that wishes to expand and grow. However, understanding the payroll software cost can sometimes lead to confusion. So keep reading…