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2026 Contribution Limit Updates
The IRS has released the updated contribution limits for 401(k) plans, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and other tax-advantaged benefits for 2026. These adjustments reflect annual cost-of-living changes and give employees new opportunities to save for healthcare and retirement. Below is a summary of the key updates employers should be aware of for the 2026 tax year. Retirement Plan Contribution Limits 401(k), 403(b), 457, and TSP Plans Emplo
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Year-End HR Checklist: What to Wrap Up Before January 1
As the year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to review key HR processes and set the stage for a smooth start to the new year. A thorough year-end review helps ensure compliance, strengthens your recordkeeping, and allows you to catch policy or data gaps before January 1. Review Payroll and Benefits Confirm that all wages, taxes, and benefit deductions are accurate for the year. Make sure taxable fringe benefits such as gift cards, bonuses, and personal use of company v
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Mental Health & Wellness
According to the American Psychological Association’s (APA) 2023 Work in America Survey, 57% of employees surveyed revealed they had been...
May 9, 20242 min read
Conducting a Workplace Investigation
As an employer, you are responsible for your employees' safety. With over 2,000 employee complaints reported in the 2022 Annual Report on...
May 6, 20242 min read
What to Expect When Your Employees Are Expecting
When an employee tells you they are pregnant, you must be ready. As a California employer, you must be well-versed in the various leave...
Apr 29, 20242 min read
Outdoor Heat Illness Prevention Reminder
Heat-related deaths are increasing, and according to the California Department of Public Health, extreme heat is becoming a major public...
Apr 24, 20242 min read
Empowering Employees with Invisible Disabilities in the Workplace
Millions of adults in the United States live with invisible disabilities that are not always apparent to others. Invisible disabilities...
Apr 16, 20242 min read
Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Reminder
According to the Department of Fair Employment and Housing’s 2020 Annual report, over 4,000 complaints were filed on bases such as sexual...
Apr 9, 20242 min read
California's Wage and Hour Laws: A Comprehensive Guide for Employers
California’s wage and hour laws are no joke, and rest assured the Department of Labor will come knocking on your door if they suspect any...
Apr 3, 20242 min read
Introductory Period vs. Probationary Period
Distinguishing between an "introductory period" and a "probationary period" for newly hired employees is crucial. Keep reading to find...
Mar 26, 20241 min read
Retaining Talented Employees Beyond the Paycheck
Retaining talented employees is crucial for the success of any business. Pay increases may not always be possible, but there are...
Mar 20, 20242 min read
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