Melissa Cole
Personal Finance Editor
MS Accounting
Melissa Cole is a personal finance editor covering taxes, payroll, and small-business finance. Melissa has written hundreds of explainers helping workers and employers make sense of the rules.
Articles by Melissa
How to File Form 8027 Electronically (2026 Guide)
Get a TCC, e-file through FIRE, and stretch your Form 8027 deadline to March 31. Step-by-step 2026 guide for large food and beverage employers.
How Tips Affect Your Paycheck: What You Need to Know
As a tipped worker, understand how tips are reported and taxed to make informed decisions about your finances and avoid tax pitfalls.
Understanding FICA Taxes on Tips: What You Need to Know
FICA taxes on tips: a crucial aspect of payroll taxes that impact service industry employees and employers. Understand how FICA taxes on tips work and plan acco