Problem scenario
“People who work in a state they do not live in may be subject to income tax withholding for both states.” (This quote was taken from https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/legal-and-compliance/employment-law/pages/hybrid-work-legal-challenges.aspx.)

You read that some states make the remote employee pay income tax in addition to other taxes where the employer is located. What states are these?

Answer
Arkansas,

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Problem scenario
You are not sure if an employer can ask your salary history. The job application asks you to enter your salary history. Is it legal in the USA to ask a candidate about their previous salary history?

Answer
Maybe. For some states, the law only applies to the state government. It depends on the state, the city or possibly the type of employer.

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Problem scenario
You heard that income tax on a company’s bonus are taxed at a higher rate. Is this true?

Answer
Yes. To calculate your approximate tax liability, you could use this website for informational purposes:

(You may want to talk to an accountant before relying on the statements here. This is not legal or tax advice.)

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