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Understanding Paystubs Get clear answers about paystubs—gross pay, deductions, taxes, and YTD. Browse helpful support articles and simplify payroll with SecurePayStubs.

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What is gross pay? 

January 22, 2026• Category: Understanding Paystubs

Gross pay is the total income an employee earns before any taxes or deductions are taken out. It’s the starting point shown on every pay...

What are Deductions?

January 22, 2026• Category: Understanding Paystubs

Deductions are the amounts subtracted from an employee’s gross pay to cover taxes, benefits, or other obligations. They reduce the total earnings...

What deductions are typically shown on a pay stub?

January 22, 2026• Category: Understanding Paystubs

A pay stub lists the deductions taken from an employee’s gross pay to calculate their net pay. These deductions can be mandatory or voluntary. ...

What are common mistakes to avoid when creating pay stubs?

January 22, 2026• Category: Understanding Paystubs

Creating accurate pay stubs is essential for compliance, employee trust, and financial records. Here are the most common mistakes employers should...

What information should be included on a pay stub?

January 22, 2026• Category: Understanding Paystubs

A pay stub should clearly show the details of an employee’s earnings and deductions for each pay period. When creating a pay stub with SecurePayStubs, make...

What is a pay stub and why is it important? 

January 22, 2026• Category: Understanding Paystubs

A pay stub is a document that outlines the details of an employee’s paycheck. It shows a breakdown of how wages are calculated, including gross...

How do I read and understand my pay stub?

January 22, 2026• Category: Understanding Paystubs

A pay stub may look complex at first, but breaking it down into sections makes it easy to understand. Each part shows how your pay is...

What is Year-to-Date (YTD) and how is it calculated on my pay stub? 

January 22, 2026• Category: Understanding Paystubs

Year-to-Date (YTD) shows the total amount of earnings, taxes, and deductions recorded on your pay stubs from the start of the calendar year up to the current...

What is the significance of pay dates on a pay stub?

January 22, 2026• Category: Understanding Paystubs

Pay dates on a pay stub show the specific dates related to an employee’s pay.   This includes:  Why Pay Dates Matter:  Automated Pay Date...

How do out-of-state taxes or multi-state employment affect pay stubs? 

January 22, 2026• Category: Understanding Paystubs

If your employee lives in one state but works in another, or works remotely for your business in a different state, you must account for  multi-state taxes...

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