Finance Resources – Expert Insights & Best Practices

Unlocking Operational Flow: Efficiency Guide for HR, Finance, and IT

Learn how to eliminate bottlenecks, reduce manual tasks, and boost productivity with connected systems and automation. Download the guide to get started.

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February 03, 2026

How does HIPAA apply to employers?

Get an in-depth look at HIPAA, including what it does, when it applies to employers, and what happens if it’s violated.

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January 30, 2026

Which states ban non-compete agreements?

Explore the legality of non-compete agreements and how they’re used to prevent former workers from competing against an employer after the employment ends.

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January 28, 2026

Compliance 101 brief: Final paycheck laws

Learn how to navigate the legal requirements and best practices for issuing an employee's final paycheck, including state-specific regulations.

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January 28, 2026

Exempt vs. non-exempt employees: What's the difference?

Out of all the ways to classify employees, exempt vs. non-exempt is the broadest - and perhaps least self-descriptive. Learn about the distinctions.

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January 28, 2026

OSHA compliance basics: What employers should know

Learn the essentials of OSHA compliance, including its current standards, how to fulfill them, and how they’re enforced.

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January 28, 2026

Fixing Fairness: A Results Based DEI Reset that Works with Lily Zheng

Did you know that 91% of American workers have experienced discrimination in the workplace?

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January 27, 2026

Early Signals for 2026: What HR Leaders Say is Shifting Next

Learn what HR leaders are rethinking today and how those shifts can guide smarter planning for 2026.

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January 27, 2026

Anticipating Workforce Trends in 2026: What HR Leaders Are Really Preparing For

See what’s ahead in 2026 with Paylocity’s latest workforce trends survey: HR priorities, AI adoption, retention strategies, and how ready teams are to act.

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January 25, 2026

2026 E-Verify mandatory states

E-Verify is a federal program for electronically verifying employment eligibility. Explore how it works and the state laws impacting its use.

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January 21, 2026

Comparing 2026 PTO payout laws by state

Learn about paid time off (PTO) payouts, including which states require them, how they're calculated, and how they're taxed.

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January 21, 2026

Which states mandate a retirement plan?

State-mandated retirement plans give employees without employer-sponsored plans access to retirement savings. See how these state plans function and vary.

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January 21, 2026

Guide to payroll deductions: Post-tax, pre-tax, and FAQs

Learn what separates your gross pay from your net pay, and why those withholdings exist.

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January 21, 2026

The Myth of the All-Knowing Leader: Why Vulnerability is Key to Authentic Leadership with...

Did you know that nearly 50% of CEOs experience imposter syndrome?

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January 20, 2026

A primer on employee mileage reimbursement

Learn the ins and outs of employee mileage reimbursement, IRS tax deduction rates, and how an organization can adopt its own mileage policies.

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January 20, 2026

Pay transparency: What HR needs to know today for tomorrow

Employees are demanding more pay transparency — and many states are requiring it. Learn what HR leaders need to know to be compliant.

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January 20, 2026

2026 voting leave laws by state

Learn which states guarantee time off to vote and what they require from employers.

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January 20, 2026

ACA compliance guide for employers

Learn how to comply with the Affordable Care Act's employer mandate, including plan requirements, notification rules, and reporting obligations.

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January 20, 2026

How many states have pay transparency laws in 2026?

Explore the growing number of state and local pay transparency laws, how they differ, and what they require from employers.

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January 20, 2026

2026 minimum wage guide

Everything you need to know about minimum wage in the U.S., including federal and state rates, tipped minimum wages and credits, and recent increases.

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January 20, 2026