FocusPay Solutions Quarter 3 Newsletter 2025

Hi from all of us at Machen McChesney,

At FocusPay Solutions, we are committed to providing quality service and practical solutions that simplify your process, allowing you to focus on running your business.

Here, you will find useful tips and insights to help make your workplace more productive and efficient. We look forward to supporting your success.

Table of Content

Understanding E-Verify and New Hire State Reporting: A Guide for Employers
Will it Affect Your Paycheck? No Tax on Tips and Overtime Deduction
Understanding Employee Expense Reimbursements: Nontaxable vs. Taxable Income

Understanding E-Verify and New Hire State Reporting: A Guide for Employers

Hiring a new employee involves more than just onboarding and orientation. Two critical compliance requirements, E-Verify and state new hire reporting, must be addressed early in the employment process. These systems are essential for verifying work eligibility and meeting government mandates, and at FocusPay Solutions, we provide the tools and support to help you manage them effectively. Continue reading.

Will it Affect Your Paycheck? No Tax on Tips and Overtime Deduction

New federal legislation is shaking up how tip income and overtime pay are taxed—at least temporarily. From 2025 through 2028, qualified employees could see major savings on their federal tax bill thanks to the No Tax on Tips Act and a new federal overtime deduction. Here’s what employers and employees need to know, and how it might (or might not) impact your paycheck. Continue reading.

Understanding Employee Expense Reimbursements: Nontaxable vs. Taxable Income

As a payroll company, we recognize the importance of managing employee expense reimbursements accurately, ensuring both compliance and clarity. One area that often causes confusion for employers and employees alike is distinguishing between nontaxable and taxable income when it comes to reimbursed expenses. In this article, we’ll explain what employee expense reimbursements are, the difference between taxable and nontaxable reimbursements, and how businesses should handle them. Continue reading .