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Affordable Care Act, We’ve Got You Covered - May 15, 2013
In the coming weeks and months, we will be sending out a series of articles...Read More -
Mount Washington Observatory 13th Annual Seek the Peak Hike-a-Thon - May 14, 2013
The non-profit, Mount Washington Observatory is hosting their 13 th annual...Read More -
NHLRA Restaurant Week - May 6, 2013
Checkmate now has the ability to integrate our web based payroll management...Read More -
What is E-Verify? - May 1, 2013
E-verify is a service offered through USCIS (US Customs and Immigration Ser...Read More -
Minimum Wage for Tipped Employees - April 26, 2013
Federal minimum wage for tipped employees will increase significantly if Ob...Read More -
Upstairs, Downtown Walking Tour - April 22, 2013
On Wednesday, May 22 nd Checkmate Payroll is sponsoring the Upstairs, Down...Read More -
Payroll Related Impacts of Obama's Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2014 - April 17, 2013
The fiscal year 2014 federal budget proposed April 10 by President Obama wo...Read More -
Strategic HR New England Conference - April 8, 2013
From October 27 th -29 th , Checkmate Payroll will be featured as a Busines...Read More -
Help Us Keep Cancer in Check at the 2013 Rock 'N Race - April 5, 2013
On May 16th, Checkmate is participating as a team in the 2013 Rock 'N Race ...Read More -
Checkmate is Proud to be a Founding Sponsor of HR North - April 5, 2013
NH has a well developed network of SHRM affiliated HR associations, with gr...Read More -
How Many Times Will You Need to Update Your Labor Law Posters? - March 22, 2013
Labor Law Poster compliance might seem like low hanging fruit for HR. How c...Read More -
Concord Family YMCA 9th Annual Spring Social - March 22, 2013
The Concord Family YMCA invites you to "In Good Spirits," the 9th Annual ...Read More -
Join us at the Concord Chamber of Commerce Business Showcase - March 22, 2013
Tickets are now on sale for the 22nd Annual Business Showc...Read More -
IRS Issues Revised Version of IRS Form 941 - March 22, 2013
The 2013 Form 941 , Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return , and ...Read More -
NH Rivers Council Hosts Wild & Scenic Environmental Film Festival on March 29 - March 6, 2013
Join us for the NH Rivers Council Wild & Scenic Film Festival, Annual M...Read More -
HR Alerts March 2013: Affordable Care Act Update and New FMLA Forms - March 6, 2013
Notice of Exchanges and Subsidies: Delayed. According to the original...Read More -
Daylight Saving Time Begins on March 10th - March 6, 2013
Hard to believe for those of us in cold climates, but winter is almost over...Read More -
US DOL Compliance Alert – Revised FMLA Notice Must Be Posted by March 3, 2013 - February 20, 2013
Protections Expanded for Military Families and Airline Flight Crews ...Read More -
Manage Your Workforce Better With Our Revolutionary New Time Clock - February 20, 2013
We are excited to announce that the Kronos InTouch, the most innovative tim...Read More -
IRS Releases 2013 Version of Publication 15, Circular E, Employer's Tax Guide - February 20, 2013
The 2013 version of Publication 15, Circular E, Employer's Tax Guide , w...Read More -
US DOL Announces Delayed Effective Date for Employers Compliance with ACA Regulation - February 11, 2013
A health insurance exchange is basically a virtual health insurance marketp...Read More -
NH Employment Security News Update - 0.5% Emergency Power Surcharge Remains in Place - February 11, 2013
During the recession that started in 2007, NH Employment Security implement...Read More -
January Tax Law changes made by Congress under the American Taxpayer Relief Act (ATRA) - January 23, 2013
Following the January tax law changes made by Congress under the American T...Read More -
The IRS has released inflation-adjusted tables for 2013 - January 23, 2013
The IRS has released inflation-adjusted tables for 2013 reflecting increase...Read More -
What Do Employers Need to Know About the Recently Enacted Tax Law? - January 10, 2013
Happy New Year!!! It is nice to know that we ...Read More -
Massachusetts Law eAlert - Temporary Workers Right to Know Act - January 10, 2013
Effective January 31, 2013, Massachusetts employers must comply with a seri...Read More -
NH DOL Compliance Alert – Revision to Safety Policy Rules Effective Jan. 1 2013 - January 10, 2013
During the 2012 legislative session, a revision to RSA 281-A: 64 regarding ...Read More -
Not-for Profits: New Study Details How Wealthy Donors Give - December 27, 2012
Would you like a bird's eye view of the gift-giving patterns of the nation...Read More -
Vermont Minimum Wage Increases in 2013 - December 26, 2012
Effective January 1, 2013, the minimum wage rate in the state of Vermont is...Read More -
The American Payroll Association Letter to IRS and Department of the Treasury - December 26, 2012
The American Payroll Association (APA) has written a letter to the Departme...Read More -
IRS Guidance on Calculating 2013 Federal Income Tax Withholding - December 18, 2012
On the December 6 payroll industry telephone conference call, the IRS was a...Read More -
What Can You Do to Prepare for YE 2012 Amid the Uncertainties of the Fiscal Cliff? - December 18, 2012
Hard to believe that we're in December already, and we don't have to tell y...Read More -
HR Alerts – Year End 2012 - December 18, 2012
Continue using Form I-9. Until further notice, employers should continue u...Read More -
Checkmate is Pleased to Announce Our Service Audit is Complete - December 6, 2012
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 5, 2012 ...Read More -
NH Employers Must Comply with Personal Information Protection Requirements - November 29, 2012
Coverage Public and private employers, including corporations, partn...Read More -
2013 Standard Mileage Rates Up 1 Cent per Mile for Business, Medical and Moving - November 28, 2012
The Internal Revenue Service recently issued the 2013 optional standard mil...Read More -
Checkmate's Josh Robinson Nominated For Award Honoring Community Dedication - November 28, 2012
It should not have come as a surprise when Josh Robinson was nominated for ...Read More -
NH Business Review -- Vote Now for the Best of Business Awards! - November 19, 2012
DON'T FORGET TO VOTE FOR BOB! The BOB (Best of Business) Awards hono...Read More -
NH Employment Security: WebTax for Online Employer System Now Up and Running - November 19, 2012
WebTax for Online Employer Tax Filing Now up and Running Employers c...Read More -
Vermont Department of Labor - November 19, 2012
Vermont Unemployment A spokesperson for the Vermont Department of La...Read More -
The Extra Pay Period Dilemma (Pay Attention if Your Pay Day is on Tuesday) - November 19, 2012
Each year, some employers will find themselves faced with a dilemma caused ...Read More -
What is happening with payroll taxes in 2013? - October 31, 2012
Payroll Tax News: Social Security and Medicare Taxes in 2013 Th...Read More -
IRS Announces 2013 Limits on Pre-Tax Employee Contributions to Retirement Plans - October 31, 2012
The IRS has announced the cost-of-living adjustments applicable to dollar l...Read More -
Details on the NH Unemployment Tax Rate Reduction - October 31, 2012
During the recession that started in 2007, NH Employment Security implement...Read More -
Daylight Saving Time - October 31, 2012
On Sunday November 4 at 2 a.m., Daylight Saving Time ends for most of the U...Read More -
Checkmate Sponsors CYPN's Dia de los Muertos Party! - October 18, 2012
Dia de los Muertos is a Mexican holiday celebrated around the world to hono...Read More -
Governor Lynch Announces Unemployment Tax Rate Reduction - October 18, 2012
Governor Lynch has announced that the emergency power surcharge will be red...Read More -
Checkmate and NAMI Walks 2012 - A Hugely Successful Fundraising Effort - October 3, 2012
Checkmate's fundraising effort for NAMI Walks 2012 was a huge success. All ...Read More -
New IRS Webpage for Info on Reporting of Employer Sponsored Health Insurance Coverage on Form W2 - October 3, 2012
The IRS has a new webpage called "Form W-2 Reporting of Employer-Sponsored ...Read More -
Compliance Alert for NH Employers: 2 State Mandated Labor Law Postings Have Been Revised - October 3, 2012
The NH DOL has issued revisions to the following mandatory labor law postin...Read More -
Checkmate Sponsors NH Center for Nonprofits Leadership Conference - October 3, 2012
Checkmate is a proud sponsor of NH Center for Nonprofits 2012 Nonprofit Lea...Read More -
Checkmate Sponsors Upcoming HR State Council Leadership Conference - October 1, 2012
We are looking forward to a great HR State Council of New Hampshire Leaders...Read More -
“Allowing” an Ineligible Employee to Stay on the Company Health Plan - September 21, 2012
Is it okay to allow a terminated employee to stay on the company health pla...Read More -
Why you don't read your own Employee Handbook - September 13, 2012
I bet you have never read your own employee handbook completely. Many haven...Read More -
NH DOL criteria for classifying a worker as either an Employee or Independent Contractor - September 4, 2012
The New Hampshire Department of Labor (NHDOL) has issued a notice that must...Read More -
Please Help Us Reach Our Fundraising Goal for NAMI Walks 2012! - August 21, 2012
Right now in the United States – there are 60 million American’s affect...Read More -
NH Center for Nonprofits Provides Clarification on RSA 248:45 (Withholding of Wages). - August 21, 2012
Recent changes to RSA 275:48 (Withholding of Wages) have implications for n...Read More -
Important Federal Compliance Updates - August 21, 2012
The deadline for filing the Employer Information Report (also known as the ...Read More -
Checkmate offers Completely Free E-mail Encryption Service to Clients - August 21, 2012
Every day, I see or hear about someone who has been a victim of identity th...Read More -
First impressions are critical! - August 21, 2012
At Checkmate, we're always interested in sharing news about our clients and...Read More -
HR Support Center Tool of the Month – Benefits Compliance Guide - August 13, 2012
The Benefits Compliance Guide addresses regulatory requirements relating to...Read More -
Unemployment Claims: Fighting to Winning - August 13, 2012
"You're fired!" If you have ever said that to an employee (unless you are D...Read More -
How to Handle a DOL (NH) Audit and the Aftermath - August 13, 2012
Into every life a little rain must fall. This little adage may be tru...Read More -
Good News for NH Employers - HB 1587 - July 20, 2012
During the recent legislative session, House Bill 1587 regarding employer s...Read More -
Checkmate Payroll Services partners with eflexgroup to offer seamless benefit solutions - July 11, 2012
Checkmate Payroll Services has partnered with eflexgroup.com (eflex), an in...Read More -
Joshua Robinson Earns Certification as a Professional in Human Resources - July 5, 2012
Joshua Robinson, Director of Sales and Marketing at Checkmate Workforce Man...Read More -
Important Mid-Year HR Alerts - July 5, 2012
U.S. Supreme Court Decides on Health Care Reform Act On Thursday, J...Read More -
Summer Dress Codes: Too Hot for Compliance? - July 5, 2012
According to the May 2012 HR Support Center poll inquiring about spring and...Read More -
The Granite State Music Festival June 23-24 - June 18, 2012
The Granite State Music Festival is a two day, non camping, non-profit fest...Read More -
New Law in Granite State Affecting Non-Compete and Non-Piracy Agreements in the Workplace. - June 18, 2012
In late May, Governor Lynch signed into law HB 1270, an act requiring emplo...Read More -
EEOC Issues New Guidance on Criminal Background Checks - June 13, 2012
The EEOC recently issued guidance for employers on the use of background ch...Read More -
FUTA Tax Payment Information for the Fourth Quarter of 2012 - June 13, 2012
Employers in 22 states may not be eligible to claim the maximum amount of s...Read More -
Checkmate Announces Partnership with Green Alliance - June 6, 2012
Checkmate is pleased to announce that we are now a part of the Green Allian...Read More -
2012 NH Legislative News - Gov. Lynch Signs SB 49 Relative to Tip Pooling Arrangements - June 6, 2012
Governor Lynch has signed into law SB 49 - Relative to Tip Pooling Arrangem...Read More -
Job Reference Immunity Laws: Who’s in Favor? - June 6, 2012
Many businesses have initiated "Job Reference" policies restricting the nat...Read More -
Can Employees Donate to their Nonprofit Employer via Payroll Deduction? - May 22, 2012
With more than 8,000 organizations statewide, nonprofits make up a signific...Read More -
Checkmate sponsors NH High Tech Council Entrepreneur Forum on May 30 - May 22, 2012
The NH High Tech Council (NHHTC) produces a series of educational programs ...Read More -
Checkmate's HR Academy Program - Leave of Absence Webinar Rescheduled to May 25 - May 9, 2012
Compliance with state and federal employment laws can pose big challenges. ...Read More -
Stonyfield Entrepreneurship Institute 2012 - Recap - May 9, 2012
The 2012 Stonyfield Entrepreneurship Institute was a success. Meg Hirshberg...Read More -
IRS Issues New COBRA Audit Guidelines - May 9, 2012
There is now a March 2012 version of the IRS guide called "Audit Techniqu...Read More -
NH Senate Passes SB 49 - Relative to Tip Pooling Arrangements - May 9, 2012
The NH Senate agreed to the House-passed version of SB 49 this pas...Read More -
IRS Announces 2013 Health Savings Account Limits - May 9, 2012
For calendar year 2013, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is a health pl...Read More -
4th Annual Concord Area Bicycle Swap at S&W Sports - May 9, 2012
This weekend is the 4th Annual Concord Area Bicycle Swap, and time is runni...Read More -
Checkmate Sponsors Intown Concord's Upstairs, Downtown Walking Tour - April 24, 2012
4th Annual Upstairs, Downtown Walking Tour Returns Bounty of new...Read More -
Checkmate Announces New HR Academy Program - April 24, 2012
Compliance with state and federal employment laws can pose big challenges. ...Read More -
National Labor Relations Board Poster Requirement - April 23, 2012
A D.C. federal court has blocked the actions of the National Labor Relation...Read More -
Checkmate sponsors CYPN’s Philanthropy in the Community - April 11, 2012
Concord Young Professionals Network - Philanthropy In the Community. ...Read More -
Checkmate Partners with NH Hospitality Compensation Trust - April 10, 2012
Checkmate has partnered with the NH Hospitality Compensation Trust (NHHCT) ...Read More -
Important Info on OSHA Form 300A - April 2, 2012
Please take note of the following: From February 1, 2012 to April...Read More -
Checkmate Sponsors Stonyfield Entrepreneurship Institute 2012 - March 28, 2012
Four years ago, I had the privilege of presenting a case study at the Stony...Read More -
Help Us Keep Cancer in Check at 2012 Rock 'N Race - March 22, 2012
On May 17th, Checkmate is participating as a team in the 2012 Rock 'N Race ...Read More -
Concord Family YMCA 8th Annual Spring Social - March 14, 2012
The Concord Family YMCA invites you to the 8th Annual Spring Social. Thursd...Read More -
New Hampshire Rivers Council hosts the Wild and Scenic Environmental Film Festival on March 31 - March 14, 2012
Sponsored by Checkmate, the festival includes a selection of films from the...Read More -
Checkmate Wins 2012 Best of Business Award from NH Business Review - March 13, 2012
Checkmate Payroll has been selected as a winner in New Hampshire Business R...Read More -
Update on Pending Legislation that Affects NH Employers - March 12, 2012
The House Labor Committee votes on Employer Safety Programs and Employee's ...Read More -
Health Insurance Costs and IRS Form W2 - What Exactly Do You Need to Report? - March 12, 2012
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U.S. Department of Labor Youth Build Grant Program - March 12, 2012
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Payroll Tax Holiday Extended - March 1, 2012
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VOW to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 - March 1, 2012
The VOW to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 made changes to the Work Opportunity Tax...Read More -
Compliance Alert - NH DOL Issues Revised Minimum Wage Law Notice - February 21, 2012
The NH Department of Labor recently issued a revision to the NH Minimum Wa...Read More -
Update on the Payroll Tax Holiday - February 21, 2012
It appears as though the U.S. Congress will pass legislation this week to e...Read More -
Tracking the Hours Worked for Your Exempt Employees - February 3, 2012
The exempt verses non-exempt employee classification issue continues as a c...Read More -
Federal Law Alert - February 3, 2012
As a reminder, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) lau...Read More -
Concord Young Professionals Network Celebrates Five Years - February 1, 2012
The Concord Young Professionals Network (CYPN), an initiative of the Greate...Read More -
What is a Section 125 Plan, Anyway? - February 1, 2012
In order to allow your employees to pay health insurance premiums on a pre-...Read More -
Massachusetts Law Alert - January 30, 2012
Effective February 6, 2012, Massachusetts employers are no longer permitted...Read More -
OSHA Recordkeeping Reminder - January 24, 2012
Please take note of the following: By February ...Read More -
The 2012 version of IRS Publication 15, (Circular E) Employer's Tax Guide, is now on the IRS website. - January 23, 2012
The IRS publication 15, (Circular E) provides guidance on the requirem...Read More -
2012 Federal & State Labor Law Posters Now Available - January 18, 2012
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How To Avoid IRS Penalties When Paying Independent Contractors - January 18, 2012
1) Form 1099-Misc is required for non-corporate service providers. ...Read More -
HR Alerts - January 2012 - January 6, 2012
IRS Mileage Rate Beginning on January 1, 2012, the Internal...Read More -
What's Going On with the Payroll Tax Cut? - January 6, 2012
On Dec. 23, 2011, the U.S. House and the Senate reached an agreement that w...Read More -
Summary of Important Details You Should Know About for the 2012 Tax Year - January 6, 2012
Withholding Tax New Federal percentage method withholding tables...Read More -
House and Senate agree to extend the payroll tax cut through Feb. 29, 2012 - December 28, 2011
On Dec. 23, 2011, the House and the Senate reached an agreement that will e...Read More -
The Vermont Department of Labor has announced that the minimum wage rate will increase - December 22, 2011
The Vermont Department of Labor has announced that the minimum wage rate wi...Read More -
Payroll Tax Cut Extension Uncertain - December 21, 2011
It appears as if the payroll tax cut extension approved by the US Senate on...Read More -
2012 Important Tax & Wage Figures - December 21, 2011
Each year, we put together a chart of the important tax and wage figures ...Read More -
Jim Reidy's 2011 Wage and Hour Law Holiday Hit List - December 19, 2011
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IRS Announces 2012 Standard Mileage Rates; Most Rates Are the Same as in July - December 19, 2011
The Internal Revenue Service recently issued the 2012 optional standard mil...Read More -
Checkmate - Year End Letter to Our Clients - December 12, 2011
As we get close to the end of the year we are writing to let you k...Read More -
HR Alerts - December 2011 - December 10, 2011
Social Security Benefit Increase. On October 19, 2011, the Socia...Read More -
Reminder for NH Employers - Safety Summary Form Due for 2012 - December 7, 2011
Every two years, NH employers with 10 or more employees are required to sub...Read More -
IRS Issues December 2011 Version of Form W-9 - December 6, 2011
A taxpayer who is required to file an information return (1099 et...Read More -
Middle Class Tax Cut Act of 2011 - December 2, 2011
On November 28, Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) introduced S. 1917, the ...Read More -
NHBR Best of Business Awards for 2012 - Voting is Now Open - December 2, 2011
The BOB Awards honor the best New Hampshire companies in over 80 business-t...Read More -
Settling Down or Not with the IRS Voluntary Classification Settlement Program - December 1, 2011
Settling Down or Not with the IRS Voluntary Classification Settle...Read More -
January 1, 2012: Last Day to File the NH DOL Safety Summary Form - November 30, 2011
January 1, 2012: Last Day to File the NH DOL Safety Summary Form A...Read More -
December 31: Last Day to Opt Out of NH's Unemployment Tax System - November 30, 2011
December 31: Last Day to Opt Out of NH's Unemployment Tax System ...Read More -
Reporting of Employer Provided Health Care Coverage on Form W-2 - November 23, 2011
Reporting of Employer Provided Health Care Coverage on Form W-2 ...Read More -
HR Training for Managers as a Key Compliance Strategy for Your Business - November 14, 2011
The value of providing training to managers throughout the employment life ...Read More -
New Labor Law Posting Requirement - November 9, 2011
Scheduled to take effect on January 31, 2012, most private employers will n...Read More -
The Extra Pay Period Dilemma (Pay Attention if Your Pay Day is on Monday) - November 7, 2011
Each year, some employers will find themselves faced with a dilemma caused ...Read More -
In 2012, Many Tax Benefits Increase Due to Inflation Adjustments - November 7, 2011
By law, the dollar amounts for a variety of tax provisions, affecting virtu...Read More -
Top 5 Tips for New Employers - November 7, 2011
Becoming an employer can be a daunting task. We’ve attempted to simplify ...Read More -
Social Security Announces 3.6 Percent Benefit Increase for 2012 - October 25, 2011
Monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for...Read More -
Reminder for NH Employers - Safety Summary Form Due by 1/1/2012 - October 13, 2011
All employers in New Hampshire with 10 or more employees (at any given time...Read More -
Checkmate is pleased to welcome Julia Stavenger, Customer Service Specialist - September 30, 2011
Checkmate is pleased to welcome Julia Stavenger, Customer Service Specialis...Read More -
IRS Offers Employers a “Fresh Start” on Classifying Workers - September 30, 2011
The IRS has launched a new program that it says will allow many employers t...Read More -
IRS New Change of Address Form to be used by Business Filers beginning in 2012 - September 9, 2011
The IRS has posted a draft version of a new change of address form on its w...Read More -
The U.S. DOL's Smartphone App...Made for Your Employees - September 9, 2011
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) had launched its “DOL-Timesheet” sma...Read More -
NH Department of Labor Releases New Forms for Wage Deductions - September 8, 2011
Effective Aug. 6, 2011, an employer can make deductions from wages for any...Read More -
NH Unemployment Tax Rate Update - September 8, 2011
The New Hampshire Department of Employment Security (DES) anticipates that ...Read More -
Local Businesses Aid NonProfit Thrift Store Expansion through Tax Credit Program - August 29, 2011
CONCORD, NH – Families in Transition (FIT), a Manchester and Concord-base...Read More -
Employer Information Report: Due on September 30th - August 24, 2011
The deadline for filing the Employer Information Report (also known as the ...Read More -
Checkmate is proud to sponsor NAMI Walks in NH on October 2, 2011 - August 18, 2011
In 2011, thousands of concerned citizens in over 80 communities across the ...Read More -
IRS Reminds Employers that Their Responsibilities Don't End After Outsouring Payroll - August 18, 2011
The IRS is reminding employers that they are ultimately responsible for the...Read More -
A number of new employment related laws have recently or are soon to become effective in New Hampshire. - August 18, 2011
Effective August 2, 2011: Relative to Post Secondary Traini...Read More -
HR Support Center Tool of the Month - August 10, 2011
HR Support Center Tool of the Month Anti-Har...Read More -
NH Adopts New Minimum Wage Law Effective Aug. 21, 2011 - July 27, 2011
New legislation, effective Aug. 21, 2011, ties the New Hampshire minimum wa...Read More -
How to Become More Socially Responsible at No Cost to Your Company - July 27, 2011
Are you interested in running a United Way Campaign in your workplace? ...Read More -
NH Wage Deduction Law Revised - What You Need to Know - July 27, 2011
NH Wage Deduction Law Revised - What You Need to Know ...Read More -
IRS Boosts Standard Mileage Rates for Second Half of 2011 - July 1, 2011
The Internal Revenue Service recently announced an increase in the optional...Read More -
FUTA Surtax No Longer In Effect - July 1, 2011
Beginning July 1, the 0.2% federal unemployment tax (FUTA) surtax is no lon...Read More -
Checkmate in the Community - Pinwheels for Prevention and NH Children's Trust Fund - May 11, 2011
Checkmate Payroll has joined NH Children's Trust Fund in preventing the abu...Read More -
HR Alerts - May 2011 - May 11, 2011
EEOC Final ADA "Disability" Regulations. Effective May 24, 2011, fi...Read More -
Help Us Keep Cancer in Check - Support Checkmate's Rock 'N Race Team - May 11, 2011
On May 19th, Checkmate Payroll is participating as a team in the Rock 'N Ra...Read More