Washington Saves Act: A New Era of Retirement Savings
In an effort to bolster retirement security for workers, Washington State has introduced the Washington Saves Act, a groundbreaking...
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Peter M
- Sep 25, 2023
- 1 min
Educational assistance programs can help pay workers’ student loans
Employers that offer educational assistance programs can also use those programs to help pay their employees’ student loans. Though...
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Peter M
- May 16, 2023
- 2 min
Accountants Embracing the Power of AI Technology
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the accounting industry, but despite all the negative media this is not a new trend. There...
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Peter M
- Mar 20, 2023
- 2 min
Beware of ERC Scams
ERC = Employee Retention Credit While many eligible employers claimed and have already received the ERC, some third parties continue to...
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Peter M
- Feb 18, 2023
- 2 min
Scaling Your Business with Financial Expertise: Why Hiring an Outsourced Controller is a Smart Move
Hiring an outsourced controller can be a smart move for a small business that needs the expertise of a senior-level financial...
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Peter M
- Nov 4, 2022
- 1 min
Payroll Update - WA Paid Family & Medical Leave Program
More and more Washingtonians are using the Paid Family & Medical Leave benefits. To keep pace with more people using the program, the...
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Peter M
- Oct 17, 2022
- 2 min
Employee Educational Assistance
Small business employers have a hard time finding and retaining good talent. One benefit that is sometimes overlooked is the education...
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Peter M
- Sep 7, 2022
- 2 min
What is the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)?
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a federal tax credit available to employers who hire people in certain target demographics who...
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Peter M
- Oct 13, 2021
- 1 min
How to Apply for the WA State Long Term Care Exemption
BEFORE YOU PROCEED PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A PICTURE OF YOUR DRIVER LICENSE SAVED O YOUR COMPUTER SO YOU CAN UPLOAD 1. Create a SAW...
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Peter M
- Sep 22, 2021
- 2 min
What employers need to know when classifying workers as employees or independent contractors
It is critical for business owners to correctly determine whether the individuals providing services are employees or independent...
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Peter M
- Feb 13, 2021
- 1 min
Seattle Sales Tax Rate Changes
Effective April 1, 2021, the City of Seattle will establish a Transportation Benefit District (TBD). Sales and use tax within the City of...
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Peter M
- Jan 7, 2021
- 2 min
Economic Impact Payments
Starting this week, the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service are sending approximately 8 million second Economic Impact...
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Peter M
- Nov 27, 2020
- 2 min
Exempt or Not Exempt
What to know about the tax-exempt application process for charities This blog is in response to questions from some or our clients...
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Peter M
- Jul 21, 2020
- 1 min
New 1099 NEC
Which 1099 form will you need for 2020? The new 1099-NEC forms for reporting payments of $600 or more to: Non-employees (contractors)...
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Peter M
- Jun 18, 2020
- 1 min
EZ PPP Loan Forgiveness
The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness application is constantly evolving. This week, the Treasury Department and SBA...
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Peter M
- Jun 8, 2020
- 1 min
PPP Flexibility
The PPP Flexibility Act includes the following provisions as compiled by the AICPA: Allows forgiveness for expenses beyond the 8-week...
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Peter M
- May 11, 2020
- 2 min
PPP Loan Forgiveness
While there remain some outstanding questions when it comes to the process of loan forgiveness, this blog will assist you in preparing...
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Peter M
- May 5, 2020
- 2 min
Advance Payment of Employer Credits
What is Form 7200? This form allows employers to request an advance payment on their tax credits for the following: Qualified sick leave...
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Peter M
- Apr 14, 2020
- 2 min
City of Seattle - Service Income Apportionment
Service Income Apportionment The apportionment of service income allows businesses to divide their taxable revenue and their taxes...
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Peter M
- Apr 1, 2020
- 1 min
Paycheck Protection Program - SBA Loan
The program provides federally guaranteed loans to small businesses who maintain their payroll during the crisis. These loans might be...
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