And I thought they made Hamburgers…

by Ted

McDonald’s: Beverage program still on track McDonald’s says its new coffee-drink venture has not been derailed by the current banking crisis, despite reports to the contrary. “At McDonald’s, we’re working hard to become our customers’ favorite beverage destination,” McDonald’s said in a written statement. “Our national beverage strategy is on target and progressing as planned.” […]

W2 season is approaching!

by Ted

The latest issue of the Blue Pages will be mailed out today and you should be receiving them soon. They are also now available on our web site. Fall 2008 Blue Pages Be sure to make save the order for for W2s and mail or fax it in today. 2008 W2 Order  Form All orders […]

Say goodbye to Floppy A:

by Ted

Of course PayMaster has been able to create the MMREF / EFW2 format for years but this is a reminder to be sure you have an account at SSA.GOV as you won’t be able to send the feds a floppy this year. Beginning Dec. 1, 2008, filers of 250 or more Forms 1042-S, 1098, 1099, […]

Restaurants challenge minimum wage

by Ted

http://www.coloradoan.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080908/UPDATES03/80908036 A group of rural business owners is suing the state over its minimum wage law adopted by Colorado voters in 2006. The constitutional amendment, known as Amendment 42, adjusts the minimum wage annually as the cost of living goes up. In January, the minimum wage jumped to $7.02 for non-tipped workers, $4 for tipped […]

Pennsylvania smoking ban starts Thursday

by Ted

Full article HARRISBURG — It wasn’t an easy decision, but The Saloon, a tavern/eatery in Mt. Lebanon, is going non-smoking. The change will happen Thursday, when Pennsylvania’s new smoke-free workplace law goes into effect. “It was a tough choice, but we’re happy we’re going to be non-smoking,” said manager Keith Sheppard. “I’ve gotten a lot […]

The Dangers of Outsourcing Payroll

by Ted

The IRS is reminding employers that the decision to outsource their payroll is not an easy one. Many employers outsource some of their payroll and related tax duties to third-party payroll service providers. They can help assure filing deadlines and deposit requirements are met and greatly streamline business operations. Some of the services they provide […]

Happy National Payroll Week!

by Ted

It’s National Payroll Week! That means it’s time to celebrate payroll and you – the extraordinary payroll professionals who ensure America is always paid accurately and on time. Look for NPW in the national media this week!  The NPW message will appear on national television, in leading publications, on websites, and on National Public Radio.  Watch the new NPW TV commercial (MAC […]