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Remote vs In Person Work Setup for Des Moines Metro Employers

Remote vs In Person Work Setup for Des Moines Metro Employers

by Ann Hartz, CPA | Apr 17, 2026 | Blog

 Key TakeawaysRemote work can lower overhead, expand your hiring pool, and improve flexibility. But it can also create multi-state tax and payroll compliance issues. In-person work can improve training, supervision, and team cohesion, but it often comes with...
How Long Can Employers Keep Employee Records? A Record Retention Guide for Des Moines Metro Small Business Owners

How Long Can Employers Keep Employee Records? A Record Retention Guide for Des Moines Metro Small Business Owners

by Ann Hartz, CPA | Apr 10, 2026 | Blog

 Key TakeawaysHow long you keep a document depends on what it is, which law applies, and sometimes your state’s rules as well. A practical baseline is to keep general personnel records for at least two years, payroll tax records at least four years, benefits...
Customer Relationship Management Tools List For Des Moines Metro Small Business Owners

Customer Relationship Management Tools List For Des Moines Metro Small Business Owners

by Ann Hartz, CPA | Apr 3, 2026 | Blog

 Key TakeawaysA CRM (Customer Relationship Management) tool centralizes leads, customer communication, and deal tracking in one platform. Most small businesses need a CRM when manual tracking leads to missed follow-ups or a lack of visibility into sales...
The Best Time Management Software for Your Des Moines Metro Small Business

The Best Time Management Software for Your Des Moines Metro Small Business

by Ann Hartz, CPA | Mar 27, 2026 | Blog

 Key TakeawaysEffective time management is about implementing scalable systems that reduce administrative friction, not micromanaging employees. Most businesses struggle in one of three specific areas: project management, time tracking, or...
How to Choose Payroll Software for Your Des Moines Metro Small Business

How to Choose Payroll Software for Your Des Moines Metro Small Business

by Ann Hartz, CPA | Mar 20, 2026 | Blog

 Key TakeawaysThe best payroll software for a small business is the one that fits your worker mix, pay schedules, compliance needs, and how you expect the business to grow. At a minimum, your payroll system should automate calculations, support direct...
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