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To learn more about our complete suite of Costco services,
click on the “Services” link at Costco.com or call toll-free 1-800-220-6000.
See page 81 for big
year-end savings
from Volvo.
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Special year-end
car pricing
There are two flexible
time-tracking options:
online timesheets on a
password-protected website, and a multi-user
online time clock
enabling employees to
clock in and out.
Costly errors may be
avoided as total hours
worked, including over-
time, are automatically
calculated. Compliance
risks are minimized
because Time Tracking
applies state and federal
overtime and double-over-
time rules. Employers can
also easily review and
adjust hours to correct employee mistakes.
“Our goal is to continually enhance the
quality of services we provide our members,”
says Ed Murphy, Costco services manager.
“These two new options are great examples of
providing added value for Costco members and
new solutions to help them focus on running
their businesses.”
Pay-as-you-go workers’ compensation and
time tracking are fully integrated with Intuit
Online Payroll, and can save small businesses
valuable time and money. Search for “payroll”
at Costco.com to learn more about the Intuit
payroll services offered by Costco.
AS THE NEW YEAR approaches, auto manufacturers typically offer great year-end rebates and
low financing rates to move excess inventory.
These offers are a good way for Costco
members to save extra money. When combined with the Costco Auto Program’s low,
prearranged member pricing, the potential
savings are greater than usual.
If you are in the market for a new car,
this is the perfect time to save even more.
To review a detailed list of available incentives,
visit Costco.com and search “EZ2BUY,” or call
toll-free 1-800-800-9288.
SERVICE ENHANCEMENT
Intuit Online Payroll
adds new options
COSTCO’S PAYROLL SERVICES provider, Intuit, is
launching two new options this month for its
popular small-business Online Payroll service:
pay-as-you-go workers’ compensation insurance and online time tracking.
Pay-as-you-go workers’ compensation
In most states, workers’ compensation
insurance is required by law. It provides coverage for an employee who has suffered an injury
or illness from job-related duties.
The pay-as-you-go option is a convenient
way to pay workers’ compensation insurance
premiums. Small businesses can improve cash
flow with no upfront premium payments, and
can avoid the hassle of year-end audits and
writing manual checks. Premiums are based on
actual payroll data, so the risk of a surprise bill
at the end of the year is minimized.
Intuit works with several leading insurance
carriers, such as Travelers, The Hartford and
others, to provide competitive rates for the pay-as-you-go workers’ compensation service.
Online time tracking
Intuit Online Time Tracking can save
employers time and help them avoid errors.
Don’t forget to use your Reward on your next rip to Costco.
COSTCO MEMBERS looking to maximize
their return on savings may want to consider the member-exclusive rate available
with InterestPlus Online Savings, offered
through Capital One Bank®. In addition to
a great interest rate, InterestPlus Online
Savings pays customers a second way for
saving with a quarterly bonus on interest
earned for qualifying accounts.
Capital One has just lowered the balance
required for payment of the bonus, making it
even easier to start saving more. For full
details on InterestPlus Online Savings, visit
Costco.com and search “online banking.”
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Easier to save
more now
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All services are provided by third parties, may not be available in all areas and are subject to change without notice. Some restrictions apply. See “Services” at Costco.com for applicable terms and conditions.
