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Federal and State Unemployment Taxes Explained

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Unemployment taxes are one of those unavoidable taxes for business. Unemployment taxes are based on employee wages and these taxes go into funds to pay benefits to employees who have been terminated, laid off, or fired. Here is the information you need to calculate, report, and pay unemployment taxes.

2. What is FUTA - Federal Unemployment Tax Act?

All about Federal Unemployment Tax Act and FUTA Tax.

6. When Must I Make Unemployment Tax Deposits?

The requirement for making federal unemployment tax deposits depends on the amount you owe at the end of each quarter. Read more....

7. How Are Unemployment Taxes Deposited?

Deposit unemployment taxes using the federal deposit coupon at your local bank or through the IRS online deposit system.

8. How Can I Find Out About State Unemployment Taxes I Must Pay?

Every U.S. state has an unemployment tax fund to which employers are required to contribute. Learn about the requirements of your state here.
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