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February 9, 2025

2025 Social Security Taxable Maximum: FICA and Payroll Taxes [UPDATED]

Learn about the 2025 Social Security taxable maximum, COLA and FICA tax changes, and key payroll updates for employers to stay compliant and manage paystubs

November 28, 2024

How Are Tips Taxed on Paychecks? Reporting, Compliance, Examples and Forms

According to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), all cash and non-cash tips received by an employee must be reported to their employer if they total more than $20 in a calendar month.

June 28, 2024

Form 1040-SR: Purpose, Instructions, Filling Out

filing deadlines to where to find the form 1040-SR and how to fill it out,

November 23, 2024

Form 940: Purpose, Instructions and Filling Out

Need help with Form 940? Learn how to fill out your FUTA tax return, understand who must file, and when to pay. Get expert guidance now!

September 21, 2025

Form 941 X: Instructions, Purpose, Complete, File

Learn how to complete and file Form 941-X to correct errors on your Employer's Quarterly Tax Return. This guide covers the purpose, deadlines, instructions, and where to mail Form 941-X.

June 3, 2024

What is Form 1099-MISC?

As a business owner or independent contractor, accurately tracking your miscellaneous expenses with the IRS Form 1099-MISC is crucial for tax compliance.

October 27, 2023

US Taxes: A Comprehensive Guide to Income, Consumption, and More

Discover types of taxes in US: Your complete guide to income, consumption, and accurate tax filing in the United States.

October 27, 2023

Income Tax vs. Payroll Tax: Unraveling the Differences and Their Financial Impact

Explore the differences between payroll tax vs income tax and their impact. Get insights on rates, levies, and responsibilities in our guide.

September 21, 2023

Withholding calculations based on Previous W-4 Form: How to Calculate it?

Learn how to calculate your federal income tax withholding based on the information you provided on your previous W-4 form.

December 18, 2023

Pay your SUTA and FUTA taxes

Learn about the importance of paying State Unemployment Tax Act (SUTA) and Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) taxes, and how to calculate and file them.

September 19, 2023

SUTA Taxes Definition, Calculation, Rates, Benefits, and Limitations

Understand the State Unemployment Tax Act (SUTA) and its purpose in providing unemployment benefits to workers who have lost their jobs.

September 20, 2025

FUTA Taxes: Definition, Calculations, How to Pay, and How to Report

Learn about the Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) and its significance in funding the administration of state unemployment programs.

September 19, 2023

How to Generate and File IRS Quarterly Federal Form 941

Ensure compliance with the IRS by generating and filing your quarterly Federal Form 941 accurately and on time. Learn how to do it here.

March 26, 2023

How to Check the Status of an Unemployment Tax Refund

Do you want to check the status of your unemployment tax refund? Discover the steps to monitor your refund by reading this article.

March 31, 2023

Independent Contractors Tax Filing Guide - How to File Taxes as a Freelancer

Are you an independent contractor? If so, check out our independent contractors' tax filing guide for complete guidance.

June 2, 2026

S Corp Owner? Here’s How to Pay Yourself

Learn the three ways to pay yourself as an S Corp owner, what the IRS requires for a reasonable salary, and how to use salary plus distributions to reduce your tax bill. Includes FAQs and a comparison table.

October 29, 2023

How Much Tax is Taken out of a Minor's Paycheck?

Are you a working teenager that wants to understand how paying taxes works? Discover what your child's tax obligations are by reading this article.

October 4, 2023

How to Adjust Tax Withholding to Get More Money Per Paycheck

Maximize your tax refund by adjusting line 4(c) on Form W-4. Enter extra withholdings from each paycheck for freelance or other incomes.

October 10, 2025

How to File Taxes When You Worked or Lived in Multiple States

File taxes in multiple states easily with Real Check Stubs' guide. Simplify state taxes and file confidently with our step-by-step instructions

October 22, 2023

Why Was No Federal Income Tax Withheld From My Paycheck?

Explore what happens if no federal taxes are taken out from your paycheck (especially for less than $600). Find out why no federal taxes are withheld?