Are There Tax Incentives for Hiring People with Disabilities?
Yes, the IRS offers tax incentives for hiring people with disabilities. The government designs tax credits to encourage employers to hire disadvantaged individuals who might otherwise have difficulty...
View ArticleDoes the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) Apply to Your Business?
If you’re not taking full advantage of the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) for your business, you could be leaving money on the table. “I am not sure who would be eligible, or what exactly a target...
View ArticleAre You Considering Hiring Felons?
Are you considering hiring felons? For some organizations, the thought of hiring ex-convicts is frightening. Employers may worry about a number of different factors: The safety and well-being of other...
View ArticleCPEOs Can Create a Win-Win for Customers with WOTC Processing
As a CPEO, you are taking a lot of the workload off the shoulders of the businesses you serve. But there’s one extra step that could add great value for your customers: Helping them apply for Work...
View ArticleDo Companies Get Tax Breaks for Hiring Veterans?
Employers can get very generous tax breaks for hiring veterans but only if they understand how to screen new hires and file the right documentation in a timely manner. Depending on the size of an...
View ArticleEfficient Hire is Proud to Partner with Employers Who Hire Our Nation’s Heroes
Now, more than ever, is the time to consider hiring a veteran and we are proud to partner with employers who hire our nation’s heroes. Most veterans are disciplined team players, perform well under...
View ArticleEx-Offender Second Chances Could Mean Big Benefits for Employers
Some business owners are finding opportunity by giving ex-offenders a second chance. Unemployment is low and the struggle to find candidates for open positions is high. Therefore, some business owners...
View ArticleThe WOTC Program Could Become Permanent
Since its inception in 1996, the Work Opportunity Tax Credit program has served as a highly effective way to reduce involuntary unemployment for this nation’s citizens. By incentivizing employers to...
View ArticleAdvantages of WOTC Screening and Processing
Did you know you can automate the new employee onboarding process together with WOTC screening and processing all at the same time? This is considerably more efficient for employees, hiring managers,...
View ArticleWhat is WOTC Screening and How Can it Affect My Bottom Line?
Many employers know that there are tax credits available for hiring certain types of employees. But they may not realize the level of value these incentives can bring to their company. What is WOTC...
View ArticleWhat are WOTC Target Groups and How Is a Target Group Determined for a New Hire?
If you haven’t been taking advantage of Work Opportunity Tax Credits or are asking yourself “what are WOTC target groups?”, there’s a good chance that your organization is missing out on some important...
View ArticleIRS Indicates Relaxed Rules for Timing of WOTC Claims
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) can provide a significant tax advantage to employers who hire qualifying workers. However, jumping through the hoops to prove that an employee is qualified can be...
View ArticleAre There Tax Incentives for Hiring People with Disabilities?
Yes, the IRS offers tax incentives for hiring people with disabilities. The government designs tax credits to encourage employers to hire disadvantaged individuals who might otherwise have difficulty...
View Article2019 Tax Extenders Bill Projected to Move to Senate This Week
After intense negotiations, Congress passed the Taxpayer Certainty and Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2019 also known as the 2019 tax extenders bill, on Tuesday, December 17th, and now the legislation is...
View ArticleSenate Passes WOTC, Indian Tax Credit, & Empowerment Zones
Just moments ago, the Senate passed the Taxpayer Certainty and Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2019 also known as the 2019 tax extenders bill, on Thursday, December 19th, and now the legislation heads to...
View ArticleWill You Run Into a Snag with the New 2020 Federal W-4 Form?
The IRS just released the new 2020 Federal W-4 Form on December 5, 2019! What’s the Deal? “The primary goals of the new design are to provide simplicity, accuracy and privacy for employees while...
View ArticleTrump Signs 2019 Spending Bill Extending WOTC
President Donald Trump has signed the tax extenders bill providing a one-year extension of the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) through 2020. The SHRM-supported Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)...
View Article2020 State Minimum Wage Rates: Interactive Map
The federal minimum wage hasn’t increased since 2009. In response, States and local jurisdictions have taken it upon themselves to set their own rates. They continue to pass new minimum wage laws,...
View ArticleHouse Bill 6201 Passes Senate
On March 18, 2020, the U.S. Senate approved House-passed legislation responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. The bill was then sent to the President, who signed it into law. Of direct interest to the...
View ArticleHow Grocers Can Hire Quickly and Hire Safely
In these times, the need for Grocers to mass hire for retail, delivery, security, warehousing and distribution personnel is rapidly increasing. The challenge is how Grocers can hire quickly and hire...
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