February 4, 2026
ebgadminNew Federal Overtime Deduction: What Changes, What Doesn’t, and What to Do Next
If you’re starting to hear questions about “no tax on overtime,” you’re not alone. Recent federal legislation introduced an above-the-line tax deduction for certain qualified overtime amounts for 2025–2028. Importantly, this does not change overtime pay rules under the FLSA or applicable state law, it’s a tax filing benefit that may be available to eligible […]
February 3, 2026
ebgadmin“No Tax on Tips”: What Employers Should Know (and What Employees Should Expect)
The phrase “No Tax on Tips” is getting a lot of attention, but it doesn’t necessarily mean payroll withholding stops overnight. In many cases, any federal income tax benefit tied to tips would be claimed on an employee’s tax return (as a deduction or credit), while tip reporting and FICA treatment typically remain the same. […]
February 2, 2026
ebgadmin2026 Minimum Wage Rates by State
Keeping up with minimum wage changes is a key part of payroll planning; especially for employers with multi-state teams or employees working in different jurisdictions. For 2026, minimum wage rates are expected to change in a number of states, including Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, D.C., Florida, Hawaii, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New […]