The Big Idea Host Elizabeth Gore welcomes H&R Block Small Business Director John Towle to break down payroll taxes for business owners. Towle explains the three main federal payroll tax buckets, who ...

For most people, the Social Security payroll tax is just a 6.2% deduction on their paycheck. Few know where the money goes, how it's calculated, or why rules differ based on income, job type, or ...

When people talk about whether a tax system is fair, the term regressive tax often comes up — especially in discussions about sales taxes, gas taxes and payroll taxes. At a basic level, a regressive ...

Lots of wage earners only file tax returns once a year. But small business owners, including the self-employed, have additional taxes to worry about–and possibly year round. While many wage earners ...

The Social Security payroll tax includes a 6.2% tax paid by both employees and employers. Workers will pay Social Security payroll taxes on up to $184,500 in earnings in 2026. Individuals who have ...

In fiscal year 2025, the federal government spent $7.0 trillion on the services it provides, such as national defense, health ...

Does figuring out payroll taxes feel like you’re throwing a dart and hoping you land near the bullseye? You’re not alone. Las Vegas veterinary services professional San Priy became a co-owner of pet ...

We review some of the most frequent payroll errors — like improper employee classification — and what you can do to keep them from happening. Essential payroll documents like W-2s and time sheets ...