Frequently Asked Questions

We like to be transparent with our clients from the start of our partnership, so we've compiled a list of questions that you may have thought of (and some you may not) that we get asked most frequently.

Earned Wage Access (EWA) 101 – What is it and how will it help you attract and retain talent while reducing costs?

Earned Wage Access provides employees with invaluable flexibility, granting them early access to their earned wages before payday. This means they can handle unexpected expenses without resorting to predatory lenders. With EWA, employees gain the freedom to manage unforeseen costs effectively. In fact, 77% of EWA users report reduced financial stress,…

How to Overcome Overwhelm: Take a Page from a Drone’s Book!

Feeling overwhelmed at work is never a pleasant experience. It can leave you feeling stressed, anxious, and even lead to poor decision making. But what if there was a simple solution to help ease those feelings of overwhelm? What if you could take a step back and gain a new…

What is intermittent leave under the FMLA, and when can employees use it?

Intermittent leave, as defined by the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), refers to leave taken in multiple blocks of time, each of which is less than the employee’s full FMLA entitlement, all for the same ongoing reason. Examples of intermittent leave include an employee taking a day each week for…

Are Time and Attendance Systems Worth the Money?

When it comes to managing your workforce, time and attendance systems can play a critical role in the success of any organization. Not only do they help to ensure that employees are present at their posts on time, but these systems also allow businesses to track employee hours accurately and efficiently.…

Why small businesses are suffering burnout.

In a recent WALMART small business survey, they mention that 70% of small businesses suffer burnout and being overwhelmed. The payroll process is a critical operation for businesses, but it can present several challenges. Here are the top three pain points that often motivate companies to seek alternative payroll service…

Why did APlus choose UKG as their software provider?

APlus Payroll is supported by Ultimate Kronos Group (UKG), a renowned cloud company with a global workforce of over 13,000 employees and generating revenue of over $3 billion. But who exactly is UKG, and why might you not have heard of them before? UKG may be a newer name, but its…

New Form I-9 and Remote Verification Procedure Rolls out after August 1, 2023!

A new Form I-9 (Rev. 08/01/23) will be available for employers to use on or after August 1, 2023, and once released can be found on the USCIS website. Employers can also order paper copies if they don’t want to use the electronic version. The version date, noted in parenthesis, can…

8 major challenges that companies face when using a payroll provider

Streamline your payroll processes, ensure compliance, and boost employee satisfaction by tackling these challenges head-on! Compliance with Employment Laws and Tax Legislation: Companies must keep up with constantly changing state, federal, and local tax laws, as well as employment regulations. Mistakes can lead to penalties and legal issues. Solution: Employing…

Don’t get hooked by the ‘Phisher’! – 5 warning signs to look out for in a suspicious email.

We’ve all heard the stories, Someone goes into an email innocently. Sounds legitimate , the links look real, but they’re not. Before you know it, a hacker had access to all your information and has succeeded in stealing your identity or shutting down your network. Don’t let this happen to you.…

We are considering closing the office the day before an upcoming holiday, giving employees an unpaid day off. How would this work for our exempt employees?

Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, exempt employees, who are not eligible for overtime pay, must receive their regular salary regardless of the hours worked in a workweek. If your exempt employees are working during a holiday week, you cannot designate it as an unpaid day for them. Similar to nonexempt…

Are you wondering what a Payroll card is and who can benefit from it? – We have answers!

Are you issuing paper checks to employees without bank accounts? Imagine the convenience of direct deposit for everyone. With a payroll card, that’s possible. Payroll cards offer an electronic and hassle-free way for “unbankable” employees to receive their pay. Instead of paper checks, they receive a debit card linked to a…

Be the light – Make a difference

💡💫 Have you ever been in your Monday morning meeting and immediately be able to tell who’s going to have a good day? Just like a light bulb, some days we appear bright, shining with positivity and energy, illuminating everything around us. Other days, we might feel dim, our light…

What the workplace discrimination ruling may mean for you

Most employers have heard of the classes that are protected by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act – race, color, national origin, sex, and religion. But many employers aren’t aware that other federal and state laws create protected classes, and that the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and courts…

Remote, Hybrid or Fully return to office? The pros and cons of what to do with your employees

The question on many employers’ minds remains whether it’s time to bring all their employees back to the office. The COVID-19 pandemic saw a mass shift towards remote work, and now as the world recovers, businesses are left to evaluate what the future of work looks like. Is this the right…

Employers, Are You Prepared? Form I-9 Remote Verification Policy Ending July 31, 2023!

As employers, we need to stay updated with the latest policies and regulations to ensure compliance and avoid penalties. Crucial to that is the Form I-9, also known as the Employment Eligibility Verification form. This form ensures that employers verify the identity and eligibility of each new employee hired…

What is COBRA?

COBRA, which stands for the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985, is a federal law that offers an option for certain employees and their covered dependents to continue their group health coverage, at their own expense, in the event that it would otherwise be terminated. These qualifying events may…

How to create a great offer letter from your Company

As a business owner, one of the most important tasks you’ll undertake is hiring. You’re looking for the right person to fill a crucial role in your company, and you want to make sure they know just how much you value their skills and experience. An offer letter is your…

Everything you need to know about tip credit reporting

With the restaurant industry becoming increasingly competitive, it is essential that operators have a firm understanding of the tip credit report. The traditional model of tipping has changed significantly over the years and now, more than ever, restaurants need to be aware of their obligations when it comes to this important…

If you would trust your plumber with your house, wouldn’t it make sense to trust a Payroll service with your business?

Outsourcing payroll may seem like a daunting task for some businesses, but the benefits are certainly worth considering. One major benefit is the ease and convenience of leaving the payroll responsibilities to a trusted third-party vendor. Not only does this relieve the burden of completing the payroll process, it also provides…

Is Happiness sustainable?

You wake up on the wrong side of the bed, late for work. You spill your coffee and as you try to make up time you find that every traffic light you hit has turned red for you. You arrive with the weight of the world on your shoulders. It’s…

The 13 folds

I attended my first military funeral recently and was taken aback with the sheer precision involved in the folding of the flag. It was incredibly moving and the final presentation to the family members was very emotional. In speaking afterwards with the fine servicemen that took part in the…

Find your ‘Touchstone’

Many travelers to Ireland have heard of kissing the Blarney stone, but most have never heard of ‘kicking the wall’ on the promenade just outside of the beautiful city of Galway on Ireland’s west coast. Like so many traditions, it’s unclear when it began, but for the numerous walkers…

Happy New Year!

The end of an old year and the start of a new one is always a special time. Whether it be New Year resolutions or just a new attitude, it is a chance to start afresh. Of course, by this point in January most people are struggling to stay the course…

A Thanksgiving Wish by Jessica Nottingham

For some, Thanksgiving is a time to gather and celebrate with family and appreciate the memories that come with it: the oven heating up the kitchen starting in the early morning; little feet pattering down the hallway toward the kitchen to be enveloped in the wonderful smell of baking rolls; sword…

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