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Federal Insurance Contribution Act (FICA) Taxes are United States federal payroll taxes levied to fund the Social Security and Medicare system. FICA Taxes burdens are divided between employers and employees and... more +
Federal Insurance Contribution Act (FICA) Taxes are United States federal payroll taxes levied to fund the Social Security and Medicare system. FICA Taxes burdens are divided between employers and employees and are currently set at 12.4% for Social Security and 2.9% for Medicare. less -
Foley & Lardner LLP

Deferred Compensation Plans and FICA Taxes: A Valentine’s Day Match or Disaster?

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While February is usually the month for valentines and candy conversation hearts, I hope you will use this month to give a little love and attention to one of the often overlooked “other” taxes applied to payments from...more

Ward and Smith, P.A.

Timing is Everything: IRS Raises the Stakes for Employers Who Delay FICA Taxation of Deferred Compensation

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Employers, both for-profit and tax-exempt organizations, often overlook the complex FICA tax rules applicable to deferred compensation. Unfortunately, this oversight now can be a real problem for the employer. When an...more

Polsinelli

New Medicare Tax Goes Into Effect January 2013: Year-End Tax Planning For Employers

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The Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation team at Polsinelli Shughart have analyzed the potential implications of the new Medicare Tax to their clients' businesses and can provide direct and practical advice on your...more

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