The Employment Security Commission of North Carolina has announced an increase in the taxable wage base for 2010. The wage base will increase from $19,300 for 2009 to $19,700 for 2010. Contact Vision Payroll if you have any questions on the North Carolina unemployment...
New Jersey Unemployment Wage Base to Increase to $29,700
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development has announced the wage base for New Jersey unemployment insurance, temporary disability insurance, and family leave insurance will increase from $28,900 to $29,700 for 2010. Contact Vision Payroll if you...
Alaska Unemployment Wage Base to Increase to $34,100
The Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development has announced an increase in the taxable wage base for 2010. The wage base will increase from $32,700 for 2009 to $34,100 for 2010. Contact Vision Payroll if you have any questions on Alaska unemployment taxable...
Question of the Week: How Much Time Do We Need to Process a Bonus Payroll?
This week’s question comes from Abby, a company vice-president. We’re planning to give out bonuses to our employees. How much time do we need to process a bonus payroll? Answer: Vision Payroll recommends that you schedule bonus payrolls as soon as possible. You’ll...
Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims Report Update for November 21, 2009
According to the US Department of Labor, in the week ending November 21, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 466,000, a decrease of 35,000 from the previous week’s revised figure of 501,000. The 4-week moving average was 496,500, a decrease...
Tip of the Week: First Quarter Interest Rates Remain Unchanged
In IR-2009-107, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced that interest rates for the first quarter of 2010 would remain unchanged from the fourth quarter. The rates are as follows: Four (4) percent for overpayments [three (3) percent in the case of a corporation];...
IRS Changes Nonresident Alien Withholding Procedures in Notice 2009-91
In Notice 2009-91, Withholding on Wages of Nonresident Alien Employees Performing Services Within the United States, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) modified the procedures for calculating the amount of federal income tax to be withheld from wages paid to...
IRS Announces Pilot Program to Truncate Social Security Numbers on 1098 and 1099 Forms in Notice 2009-93
In Notice 2009-93, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced the creation of a pilot program to allow certain filers of Form 1098, Forms 1099, and Form 5498 to truncate an individual’s nine-digit identifying number on paper copies of the payee statements. The...
Indiana Unemployment Wage Base to Increase to $9,500
The Indiana Department of Workforce Development has announced an increase in the taxable wage base for 2010. The wage base will increase from $7,000 for 2009 to $9,500 for 2010. Contact Vision Payroll if you have any questions on Indiana unemployment taxable wage base...
Nevada Unemployment Wage Base to Increase to $27,000
The Employment Security Division of the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation has announced an increase in the taxable wage base for 2010. The wage base will increase from $26,600 for 2009 to $27,000 for 2010. Contact Vision Payroll if you have...
Question of the Week: What is the Holiday Schedule for 2010?
This week’s question is from Mariana, an HR Manager. We are reviewing our payroll processing schedule for 2010. What is the holiday schedule for 2010? Answer: There are two types of holidays: those on which payrolls are processed and those on which payrolls are not...
Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims Report Update for November 14, 2009
According to the US Department of Labor, in the week ending November 14, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 505,000, unchanged from the previous week’s revised figure of 505,000. The 4-week moving average was 514,000, a decrease of 6,500...
Tip of the Week: Improve the Termination Process with Our Quick Guide
Employee departures can drain time, energy, resources and morale if not done well. These resources will help you make sure that when you need to let employees go, the process is as smooth and effective as possible. Our Termination Quick Guide will help you institute...
New Hampshire Unemployment Wage Base to Increase to $10,000
The New Hampshire Department of Employment Security has announced an increase in the taxable wage base for 2010. The wage base will increase from $8,000 for 2009 to $10,000 for 2010. The taxable wage base will also increase to $12,000 for 2011 and $14,000 for 2012....
Minnesota Unemployment Wage Base to Increase to $27,000
On or before June 30 of each year the Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development must calculate an amount equal to sixty percent of Minnesota's average annual wage, rounded to the nearest $1,000. This amount is the taxable wage...
Florida Unemployment Wage Base to Increase to $8,500
The Florida Department of Revenue has announced an increase in the taxable wage base for 2010. The wage base will increase from $7,000 for 2009 to $8,500 for 2010. Contact Vision Payroll if you have any questions on Florida unemployment taxable wage base or visit our...
Arkansas Unemployment Wage Base to Increase to $12,000
The Arkansas Department of Workforce Services has announced an increase in the taxable wage base for 2010. The wage base will increase from $10,000 for 2009 to $12,000 for 2010. Contact Vision Payroll if you have any questions on Arkansas unemployment taxable wage...
Question of the Week: How Do I Change an Employee’s Address?
This week’s question comes from Eugenia, a small business owner. One of our employees just moved. How do I change an employee’s address? Answer: According to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), employers should report the address where the employee receives mail. If...
Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims Report Update for November 7, 2009
According to the US Department of Labor, in the week ending November 7, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 502,000, a decrease of 12,000 from the previous week's revised figure of 514,000. The 4-week moving average was 519,750, a decrease of...
Tip of the Week: Improve Performance Management with Our Quick Guide
Regularly monitoring, evaluating and communicating employee performance is a crucial step for improving employee productivity. These resources will help you implement effective procedures and systems to manage your employees. Before your next round of performance...
Ohio Minimum Wage Remains Unchanged for 2010
The Division of Labor & Worker Safety of the Ohio Department of Commerce announced recently that, effective January 1, 2010, the minimum wage for the state of Ohio will remain at $7.30 per hour for non-tipped employees and $3.65 for tipped employees. The minimum...
Thanksgiving Day Holiday May Require Change in Processing Schedule
Thursday, November 26, 2009 will be Thanksgiving Day, a federal holiday. The offices of Vision Payroll will close Thanksgiving Eve, November 25 at 3 pm EST and re-open Friday November 27. Most banks will also be closed in observance of the holiday. Payroll changes and...
Colorado Minimum Wage to Decrease January 1, 2010
The Division of Labor of the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment recently promulgated Colorado Minimum Wage Order 26, which decreases, effective January 1, 2010, the minimum wage for the state of Colorado from $7.28 to $7.24 per hour. Pursuant to the inflation...
Unemployment Rate Rose to 10.2 Percent in October
The unemployment rate rose from 9.8% to 10.2% in October, and nonfarm payroll employment continued to decline (-190,000), the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported recently. The largest job losses over the month were in construction, manufacturing, and retail trade....
Question of the Week: How Do We Change Our Payroll Schedule for 2010?
This week’s question comes from Suzanne, a payroll administrator. We reviewed the calendar for 2010 and realized we need to make some changes to our payroll schedule. How do we change our payroll schedule for 2010? Answer: You should have received or will shortly be...
With the Click of Button
Streamline Your Hiring
Process With

