Many New York employers are hearing more about the New York Secure Choice Savings Program and asking the same question: does my business need to comply? If your business does not offer a qualified retirement plan, New York Secure Choice may require you to facilitate employee retirement savings through payroll deductions. Registration is open for […]
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As we head into 2026, several key payroll and benefits updates are coming that will affect how New York employers manage pay, benefits, and compliance. Whether you run a small business or oversee a growing team, these updates matter — and missing them can get expensive. At Computer Payroll, we make sure our clients stay […]
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Employers with tipped workers, here’s something worth paying attention to. The U.S. Treasury and IRS just released a preliminary draft list of occupations that could qualify for the new “No Tax on Tips” provision. This is the first real piece of guidance we’ve seen since the announcement, and it gives us a clearer picture of […]
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Retirement security is about to take center stage for New York businesses. By the end of 2025, the New York State Secure Choice Savings Program will be live — and that means many employers will need to take action. If you own or run a business in New York with 10 or more employees and don’t currently offer […]
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No Tax on Tips & Overtime? Not Quite — Here’s What W-2 Workers Need to Know July 2025 | By Computer Payroll One of President Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign messages was a promise to implement a no-tax-on-tips and no-tax-on-overtime law. On July 3, 2025, the U.S. Congress passed the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” and […]
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The U.S. Department of Labor recently announced that California, New York, and the U.S. Virgin Islands are designated as credit reduction states for the 2024 tax year. This means that employers in these jurisdictions will face higher federal unemployment tax (FUTA) rates due to outstanding unemployment loans. Let’s take a closer look at what all […]
As we approach the start of a new year, New York employers should prepare for several wage-related adjustments effective January 1, 2025. Alongside an increase in the state’s hourly minimum wage rates, there are changes to the tip credit, meal credit, uniform allowance, and salary exemption thresholds. Employers should plan ahead and collaborate with their […]
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Starting January 1, 2025, New York State will implement the Paid Prenatal Leave Law (NYS Labor Law Section 196-b), which mandates private-sector employers to provide employees with 20 hours of Paid Prenatal Leave annually. This progressive legislation supports expectant parents by ensuring time for critical prenatal health care while preserving job security. Here’s a detailed […]
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If you’re a small business owner whose company hasn’t gone through hard times, that’s great but it’s likely to happen at some point. As much as we dream about being brilliant enough at business that we’ll never face slow times, there are many things beyond our control that can negatively affect our business. Here are […]
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Time management skills are increasingly important in a world where people seem to rush headlong from one crisis to another. Add in the effect of social media and addictive computer games that can be accessed from anywhere at any time and it’s no wonder that some people struggle to fit everything into their days. So […]
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When you run a small business, you’re involved in your company’s sales, accounting, marketing, and human resources, among other things. Being responsible for human resources isn’t just about hiring and firing people, although those are large parts of the role. It’s also about managing the people who work for you while they work for you. […]
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