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News & Insights

Independent Contractor or Employee: Key Differences and Risks

Highlights Misclassifying workers in the U.S. can have legal and financial consequences for your business. However, in some cases, the line between an independent contractor and an employee can be surprisingly blurry. This article highlights the key differences between these two types of workers to help you stay compliant and make informed decisions when bringing […]

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5 Benefits of Outsourcing Payroll for Your Growing Business

Highlights Ensuring accurate and timely payroll for your employees takes time, precision, and keeping up with complex and shifting regulations. But have you evaluated the benefits of outsourcing payroll? Outsourcing payroll can help you streamline the entire process, freeing you up from routine, administrative tasks and allowing you to focus on core operations. Let’s explore […]

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What’s the Difference Between an FSA and an HSA?

Highlights Healthcare benefits are improving as employers seek to attract and retain the best talent in a competitive job market. Savvy employers are offering more options to keep them ahead of the curve, such as Flex Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA). But do you really know the difference between an FSA and […]

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How can a PEO can help your Startup?

Starting a business is no easy task. The range of possibilities for new opportunities in today’s modern world is staggering, particularly with the presence of consistently evolving technology. Small business owners are constantly under pressure to achieve short term goals [...]

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6 Ways to Improve Mental Health at Work

In lieu of Mental Health Awareness month, we identified major factors that contribute to poor mental health and came up with initiatives you (as an employer) can take to cultivate a positive, supportive environment for your employees. Mental health is [...]

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Three Ways to Improve Workplace Culture

In an increasingly competitive job market, employees no longer judge career opportunities based solely on compensation and benefits. Workplace culture is now more important than ever. No, a ping-pong table and fancy lattes alone aren’t going to be the answer, [...]

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Interns: Do you need to pay them or not?

Paying interns is a relatively new concept. Years ago, internships were more commonly known as apprenticeships and potential candidates considered it an honor to be chosen to learn and work alongside seasoned experts. At the end of the experience, they [...]

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AccessPoint Client, Vehicles for Change wins MEDA Award

Our long-time client and partner Vehicles for Change has been recognized by the Maryland Economic Development Association for their exceptional work in the state of Maryland. MEDA is an organization dedicated to the cultivation and improvement of businesses throughout Maryland. [...]

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Tax Changes Could Impact Employee Benefits or the Bottom Line

  Recent changes from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act taking effect this year have created tough decisions for small and medium sized businesses. Differences in business deductions mean business owners may want to reevaluate the benefits they offer employees. [...]

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Congratulations to Jill Hannigan!

  Jill Hannigan, our VP of Human Resources, was recently nominated by Crain’s Detroit Business for their 2019 Notable Women in HR initiative. This program is designed to honor women who are outstanding in their field through various successes in [...]

Interview: What to include in a Social Media Policy

Businesses are on high alert for issues related to their brands online and they need to be. Reputations take years to build and just minutes to destroy. The potential damage to an organization’s reputation from customers or irresponsible employees can [...]

Your Quick Guide to FMLA

What Employers Need to Know Employers frequently have questions about the Family and Medical Leave Act, including which employees are eligible? What events qualify under the act? How long can the employee take leave for? How do you handle FMLA [...]

Congratulations Denise!

AccessPoint is proud to recognize the recent achievements of our Business Development Manager in Cape Coral, Florida: Denise Perchall. Denise was honored this past month at the Cape Coral Chamber of Commerce’s Chairman’s Gala and Board Installation & 30th Anniversary. [...]

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AccessPoint expands to Jackson Center, OH

To expand our footprint and meet growing demands, AccessPoint is proud to announce the opening of our new recruiting office in the growing community of Jackson Center, Ohio. Under the leadership of Shelley Mitchell, our Vice President of Operations, the [...]

New Year, New (HR) Laws

January 1st marked the beginning of new and revised laws throughout states across the country. Here are some updates to take note of as you and your team transitions into 2019. Minimum Wage Increases The following states increased minimum wages [...]