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Solving In-House Payroll Challenges in 2026
Running payroll in-house can feel like a constant balancing act. You're tracking hours, calculating deductions, filing taxes, and keeping up with...
Compliance
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2026-2027 Compliance Updates for Washington State
Washington State has always been at the forefront of employee rights and protections, so it's no surprise that more compliance updates are coming...
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Washington State Minimum Wage 2026 - 2027: Everything You Need to Know
All workers in Washington State (WA) are entitled to receive an hourly Minimum Wage rate according to Washington Labor Laws and the Fair Labor...
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No Tax on Tips, No Tax on Overtime: Reminders for Employers in 2026
If you have tipped or overtime-eligible employees, 2026 is the year the new federal tip and overtime deductions show up on the W-2. The One Big...
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Final Paycheck Laws by State: What Employers Need to Know
An employee gives notice. Another gets let go without warning. Both walk out the door expecting their final paycheck — but the legal deadline for...
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PTO Donation: IRS Requirements Around Leave Sharing
Picture this: someone's out for weeks with a serious medical emergency and has used up every hour of PTO they have. A coworker says, "I've got plenty...
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WA Cares Act: What Is the Washington Cares Fund?
The Washington Cares Fund is the latest state insurance program intended to provide long-term health care benefits. The WA Cares Act aims to create...
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Updates Coming to Washington State Paid Family Leave in 2026
In May of 2025, Washington State passed Senate Bill 1213, which makes several changes to the state's Paid Family Leave program starting July 1st,...
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Washington Paid Leave: What Businesses Need to Know
Employees in Washington have access to paid family leave under the Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave Act (WA PFMLA). As such, employers must...
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Non-Compete Agreements in Washington State
Employers in Washington State need to ensure that their onboarding processes are in compliance with Washington State Non-Compete Laws. Generally,...