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Question:<\/strong> With rising costs, I want to give my employees a gift card to reward them for their hard work. What should I consider?<\/p>\n

Answer:<\/strong> \u00a0Acknowledging an employee’s contribution\u00a0to the company is almost always a good thing. Making the effort to recognize an employee’s hard work helps to reinforce their commitment to the company.<\/span><\/p>\n

When you give a gift card (or any\u00a0monetary\u00a0benefit) to an employee, you should consider the tax implications. Some bonuses may be taxable and therefore must be reported accordingly.<\/span><\/p>\n

Usually discretionary bonuses – those that are given “just because” – are not taxable. However, if they become expected or a regular occurrence, then they may be.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Conversely, non-discretionary bonuses – those that are given regularly or as part of a compensation\u00a0plan (such as performance bonuses or holiday bonuses) – are usually taxable.<\/span><\/p>\n

Regardless of the type, timing, or value of the reward, be sure to give it with the right message. Just handing someone a gift card will not have the same impact as giving it along with a personalized conversation or note about their contribution to express how much you value them.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Question: With rising costs, I want to give my employees a gift card to reward them for their hard work. What should I consider? Answer: \u00a0Acknowledging an employee’s contribution\u00a0to the company is almost always a good thing. Making the effort to recognize an employee’s hard work helps to reinforce their commitment to the company. 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