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Trendspotting: Top Ten Payroll Issues of State Legislatures

ThomsonReuters

States eye workforce as a legislative priority for payroll The majority of state legislatures began their legislative sessions this January. A flurry of bills is being proposed in the payroll space — many having to do labor and employment. Connecticut already requires certain employers to provide paid sick leave.

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5 States with the Lowest Combined Business Taxes

CPA Practice

One crucial factor to consider when selecting your business location is the tax environment. Business taxes can significantly impact your bottom line and overall profitability. The importance of business taxes As an entrepreneur, you face countless decisions when starting a business.

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R&D Tax Credit Questionnaire

inDinero Tax Tips

The R&D tax credit has stringent eligibility and application requirements that can prove difficult for your organization to navigate. In most cases, working with seasoned business tax specialists is the best way to find out if and how your business can benefit. Does Your Business Have a Qualified Purpose?

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Last Week in Payroll: Summertime Tax Tips

ThomsonReuters

Let’s go over a few summertime tax tips for payroll professionals this season: 1) Interns. Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has announced the Back to Work CT Program. The program provides an incentive for long-term unemployed people in Connecticut to return to the workforce. Back to work incentive program launched.

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What is state tax apportionment and how do you calculate it?

ThomsonReuters

It sounds straightforward, but this is a complex topic: States have various ways of calculating how much of your corporation’s business income is attributable to its presence and activity there. Each state gets to decide what matters most — your payroll, property, or sales — and in what ratio to account for them.