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Fringe Benefits 101: All Your Questions Answered

What are fringe benefits? We'll walk you through the definition and help you pick out the best perks for your workplace.

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Justworks
Mar 31, 20161 minute
Blog Author - Justworks
Justworks

Justworks is a technology company that levels the playing field for all small businesses. Through our software and as a partner, we help our customers take care of their teams, streamline their operations, and navigate the complex aspects of managing a workforce with confidence.

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All the terminology around fringe benefits can get confusing. Fringe benefits, regular benefits, perks, rewards — how can you tell them apart?

Put simply, fringe benefits are an additional benefit on top of an employee’s salary. They’re the same as perks and can range from a company car to team meals out on the town.

So, which fringe benefits should you offer, and what will make the biggest difference to employees? We’ve rounded up our past articles on how to sort out the difference between the two, and how to pick ones that will make your workplace shine.

What Are Fringe Benefits?

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What’s the Difference Between an Employee Benefit and Perk?

We outline the differences between the two. Our introductory post also suggests several companies that can help you integrate performance-based rewards.

The Ins and Outs of Fringe Benefits: What is Non-Taxable?

Are de minimis benefits taxed? What about adoption assistance or tuition reduction? This handy chart will show you the employee requirements for tax exclusion. 

Perks In the Workplace

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Employee Perks That Will Help You Attract Talent

Unlimited paid time off? A stocked kitchen? We have a few ideas that will make your workplace more attractive to competitive hires.

Master Employee Appreciation at Work With These 35 Inexpensive Ideas

Attracting talent doesn’t have to be expensive. From flexible schedules to company potlucks or board games in the breakroom, most of these ideas are practically free.

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The Ins & Outs of Fringe Benefits

Fringe benefits can be tricky to navigate. If you’re considering them for your company, get the details you need to easily add them to your benefits offering.

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This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, legal or tax advice. If you have any legal or tax questions regarding this content or related issues, then you should consult with your professional legal or tax advisor.
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Blog Author - Justworks
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Mar 31, 20161 minute

Justworks is a technology company that levels the playing field for all small businesses. Through our software and as a partner, we help our customers take care of their teams, streamline their operations, and navigate the complex aspects of managing a workforce with confidence.

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