Wages, Unemployment
& Tax Credits — Simplified

Real-time access ensures instant or same-day verifications.

Our seamless service removes HR involvement—no manual paperwork needed.

Yes, both employee and contractor verifications are supported.

Minimal—our system pulls directly from payroll records, securely.

All information is protected by end-to-end encryption and privacy-first protocols.

No—this service is included for all Brand’s Payroll clients.

Yes, bulk verification requests are handled quickly and securely.

A service that manages the end-to-end unemployment claims process — including receiving notices, preparing responses, gathering supporting documents, and assisting with appeals when needed.

The service helps reduce administrative workload, ensures timely and accurate responses, improves compliance, and can help control rising unemployment insurance costs caused by ineligible or unchallenged claims.

Claim activity is tracked through employer notifications from state unemployment agencies. Once a notice is received, the service initiates the necessary actions to manage the claim.

Yes, The service includes assistance with drafting and submitting responses, reviewing claims for accuracy, and compiling relevant documentation to support the employer’s position.

Yes, By helping to prevent approval of ineligible claims and ensuring proper documentation is submitted, the service supports efforts to stabilize or reduce an employer’s UI tax rate.

Common documentation includes termination or resignation letters, disciplinary records, timecards, performance records, and any communication relevant to the employee’s separation.

Yes, The service is compatible with state unemployment systems across the U.S. and adheres to state-specific deadlines and regulations.

Unemployment claims support is offered as an add-on solution to our core payroll services. Contact your account manager to learn more about pricing and how to activate this feature.

Tax credits are government incentives that directly reduce a business’s tax liability dollar-for-dollar. Unlike tax deductions, which lower taxable income, tax credits reduce the actual amount of tax owed—and can sometimes result in refunds for previous years.

Tax credits can significantly reduce the amount of taxes a business pays, improving cash flow.

While it can require some effort, many providers offer streamlined and low-touch processes to minimize the time businesses need to invest.

Yes, Many tax credits can be recovered for several previous tax years by filing amended returns, potentially resulting in significant refunds or tax liability reductions.

While many CPAs are aware of tax credits, they may lack the specialized resources or experience to pursue these credits fully and efficiently, especially at scale.

Tax deductions reduce taxable income, which indirectly lowers tax owed, while tax credits reduce the actual tax liability directly.

Eligibility depends on the specific credit but often includes hiring individuals from targeted groups, investing in certain zones, or conducting research and development activities.