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Belle Wong, J.D.

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Belle Wong is a freelance writer specializing in small business, personal finance, banking, and tech/SAAS. She spends her spare moments testing out the latest productivity apps and plotting her latest novel. Connect with Belle on LinkedIn or Twitter.

  • Top Social Media Statistics And Trends Of 2023

    Recent announcements at Google I/O have propelled social media into an even larger share of the web spotlight. Platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube are poised to become powerful marketing stages for your brand to interact with your...

  • How To Make A Work-From-Home Policy (With Examples)

    In today’s interconnected world of work, the saying “home is where the heart is” holds true in more ways than one: Post-pandemic, many businesses continue to embrace the power of employees working remotely, whether on a full-time basis or with...

  • What Is Time Theft & How Can You Prevent It?

    Time theft might sound like something straight out of a blockbuster sci-fi movie but, the reality is, it’s a lot more mundane—and common—than it sounds. And for many small businesses, the financial costs of employee time theft can be far...

  • What Is A 9/80 Work Schedule? Definition, Pros & Cons

    You want to hire the best talent for your business, but how can you compete against big enterprise employers, with their flex benefits packages and even more flexible work arrangements? If this is the dilemma you’re facing, the 9/80 work...

  • Recruitment Process Outsourcing: The Ultimate Guide

    Recruitment takes both time and energy, so it's understandable if your heart sinks a little when the need to hire a new employee for your small business arises yet again. Thankfully, help is readily available. In this guide, we'll take...

  • California LLC Operating Agreement (2023 Template)

    Most states don’t require an LLC, or limited liability company, to have an operating agreement, but if you’re setting up your LLC in California, the state’s laws require you to have one (although you won’t have to file your agreement...

  • California Pay Data Reporting Requirements (2023 Guide)

    California employers of a certain size are required to submit reports each year containing employee pay data for the prior calendar year. In this article, we’ll walk you through the California pay data reporting law, including why it exists, who’s...

  • Florida LLC Operating Agreement (2023 Guide)

    Florida doesn’t require limited liability companies (LLCs) formed in the state to have an operating agreement, but if you’re forming your LLC in the Sunshine State, it’s still a good idea to have one even if it’s not legally required....

  • What Is SUTA Tax? Everything You Need To Know

    Bringing on new employees signals an important and exciting phase in the life of a startup. But becoming an employer also means one not-so-exciting thing: learning the ins and outs of the State Unemployment Tax Act (SUTA) tax, and how...

  • 1095-B vs 1095-C: What’s The Difference?

    When it comes to an employee’s health coverage, employers may be required to file either a Form 1095-B or Form 1095-C for each covered individual. The following is an overview of the difference between the two forms, including which form...

  • Form 940 Instructions (2023 Guide)

    If you’re an employer who’s required to pay federal unemployment tax, you’ll need to complete and file a Form 940 with the IRS every year. In this guide, we’ll give you an overview of Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) taxes...

  • What Is Employee Leasing? Definition, Pros & Cons

    As a small business, you’ve probably had to deal with situations where you’re short-staffed and could really use an extra hand (or three) for the short term. Or maybe you need to staff an upcoming nonpermanent project. If so, employee...

  • Deprovisioning: Definition & Best Practices (2023)

    When an employee leaves your company, it’s a natural part of the HR life cycle. But today’s employees work within a digital age of systems, apps and cloud resources—and this means care must be taken to ensure prompt and thorough...

  • Best Alabama Registered Agent Services Of 2023

    Whether you’re running a corporation or a limited liability company (LLC) in Alabama, you’ll need a registered agent with a physical address in the state to receive government and legal documents on your business’s behalf. Use our best-of list to...

  • Best South Carolina Registered Agent Services Of 2023

    All corporations and limited liability companies (LLCs) formed in South Carolina must designate a registered agent to receive legal and government communications on their behalf. Numerous registered agent services exist to help businesses do just that. However, choosing the right...

  • How To Start An LLC In California (2023 Guide)

    California might be associated with movie stars and sunny beaches, but it’s also where businesses of all shapes and sizes thrive. The state is the most significant contributor to America’s overall gross domestic product. So, if you’re launching a limited...

  • What Is Wage Garnishment & How Does It Work?

    Having to garnish an employee’s wages can be challenging for you and your payroll department. In addition to federal wage garnishment rules, you’ll also need to take into account state laws. And penalties for noncompliance can be onerous. In this...

  • Best States To Form An LLC In 2023

    You might have heard it from a friend, or maybe you saw it mentioned in an ad online: Choosing the best state to form an LLC (limited liability company) is something you need to carefully research. In fact, that’s probably...

  • What Are Punitive Damages? Definition & Examples

    Large punitive damage awards in personal injury cases typically get a lot of media attention. But punitive damages actually aren’t awarded that often when compared to compensatory damages. In this guide, you’ll learn why, as well as what punitive damages...

  • What Is Negligence? Definition & Examples

    The majority of personal injury lawsuits are based on negligence. Here's a simplified summary of the concept of negligence: In the eyes of the law, people are expected to act according to certain standards. If they don't, and someone is...

  • New Employee Forms & Paperwork (2023 Guide)

    Don’t let the prospect of new employee forms distract you from celebrating a new hire. Yes, you have to put together a new hire package, and yes, there are several forms you’ll need to include. But we’ve covered all the...

  • Law Firm Website Design Best Practices & Examples

    Your law firm’s website needs to make an impact. After all, your site is the first point of contact for many of your potential clients. It needs to capture their interest, establish your credibility and convince them you’re the right...

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Belle Wong is a freelance writer specializing in small business, personal finance, banking, and tech/SAAS. She spends her spare moments testing out the latest productivity apps and plotting her latest novel. Connect with Belle on LinkedIn or Twitter.