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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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Is your Careers Page attractive to candidates?

In the current job market, employers should have a simple, easy to use application process. Appcast, an industry leader in using...

Apr 16, 20232 min read

Updates to background check required notice

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has released an updated form for background check users to incorporate into their...

Apr 10, 20231 min read

Good People Know Good People – Employee Referral Programs

While the job market has seen a shift in recent months, employers are still feeling the effects from the “war for talent.” Implementing...

Apr 5, 20231 min read

Do I need to pay my employee for a termination meeting?

Yes! California employers are required to pay their employees if they report to work, even if it is to be terminated. If this meeting is...

Mar 28, 20231 min read

Increased pay transparency has come to California

California employers are navigating the new pay transparency requirement which went into effect on January 1, 2023. SB 1162 requires...

Mar 19, 20232 min read

NLRB Issues Decision on Severance Agreements

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) issued a decision in February that affects many employers across the country. While you may...

Mar 13, 20231 min read

What does the end of the PHE mean for California employers?

It has been three years since we entered the COVID-19 global pandemic. With the ending of the state Public Health Emergency (PHE) in...

Mar 8, 20231 min read

Recording injuries in the workplace

We previously shared information regarding your responsibility to create and maintain a compliant IIPP (Injury and Illness Prevention...

Feb 28, 20231 min read

Injury and Illness Prevention Program Requirements

All California employers are required to have policies and practices in place to combat workplace injuries and illnesses. For the...

Feb 22, 20232 min read

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