# Payroll - Link: https://hamtock.com/what-we-do/payroll/ - Published: 2026-10-23T12:47:37-04:00 - Author: HAMTOCK Consulting W-2 1. [Home](https://hamtock.com/) 2. [What we do](https://hamtock.com/what-we-do/) 3. Payroll W-2 # Payroll that runson time, every time. We run payroll on your schedule, file federal and Maryland payroll taxes, and prepare W-2s and 1099s at year end. * Restaurants * Retail * Medical practices * Small employers [ Book a consultation ](https://hamtock.com/what-we-do/payroll/#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjE4MjUiLCJ0b2dnbGUiOmZhbHNlfQ%3D%3D) [ Call 240-432-2749 ](https://hamtock.com/what-we-do/payroll/+12404322749) HAMTOCK · Payroll**Included** 1. Pay runs on your schedule 2. Federal and Maryland filings 3. New tips and overtime reporting 4. W-2s and 1099-NECs Starts with a consultationReady What you get ## What is included ### Pay runs on your schedule Weekly, every two weeks, twice a month or monthly. ### Federal and Maryland filings Quarterly Form 941 and Maryland withholding returns. ### New tips and overtime reporting W-2 Box 12 codes TT and TP for qualified overtime and tips. ### W-2s and 1099-NECs Prepared and filed at year end, with copies for your workers. ### New hire setup Forms W-4 and I-9, and Maryland new hire reporting. ### Answers when you need them Questions about overtime, bonuses or contractors? Call us. Is this for you? ## A good fit if… * You spend hours on payroll every pay period * You have tipped employees or pay overtime * You have had a payroll tax notice or penalty * You are hiring your first employee Get ready checklist ### What to have on hand * Your EIN and Maryland withholding account number * Employee list with pay rates * Each employee’s W-4And the Maryland MW507 * Your pay scheduleWeekly, every two weeks, twice a month * Last payroll reportsIf you are switching from another provider * Bank account for payroll You are all set. Book a time and bring these along. [ Book a consultation ](https://hamtock.com/what-we-do/payroll/#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjE4MjUiLCJ0b2dnbGUiOmZhbHNlfQ%3D%3D) Missing something? Book anyway, we will tell you what is needed. Your ticks stay on this device only. Please never email Social Security numbers. How it works ## Three steps ### Book a consultation Tell us how many people you pay and how often. ### We set you up Employees, pay rates and tax accounts, ready for your first run. ### Payroll runs You approve each run. We handle the tax filings. Key dates ## Dates to know Feb 1, 2027 W-2s, W-3 and Q4 Form 941 due January 31 falls on a Sunday, so the deadline moves to Monday. Apr 30, 2027 Q1 Form 941 due Aug 2, 2027 Q2 Form 941 due July 31 falls on a Saturday. Nov 1, 2027 Q3 Form 941 due October 31 falls on a Sunday. General dates for calendar-year filers. Your situation may differ; we confirm yours in the consultation. Questions ## Common questions ### Can you take over payroll mid-year? Yes. We need your payroll reports so far this year so the year-end W-2s are correct. ### What are the new W-2 codes for tips and overtime? Starting with 2026 wages, employers report qualified overtime in Box 12 code TT and qualified tips in code TP. [Read our guide](https://hamtock.com/w-2-tips-overtime-reporting-maryland-employers/). ### Do you handle contractors? Yes. We prepare and file 1099-NECs for contractors you pay above the IRS reporting threshold, which rises to $2,000 for payments made in 2026. More services ## Other ways we help 1040 Tax preparation Personal and business returns, prepared and e-filed. See the service → PLAN Tax planning Year-round moves that lower next year’s bill. See the service → GL Accounting & bookkeeping Clean monthly books and clear reports. See the service → ADV Business consulting Practical advice on cash flow, pricing and growth. See the service → LLC New business formation The right entity, registered correctly from day one. See the service → ## Ready to talk about payroll? Book a consultation in under a minute, or call the office. We reply within one business day. [ Book a consultation ](https://hamtock.com/what-we-do/payroll/#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjE4MjUiLCJ0b2dnbGUiOmZhbHNlfQ%3D%3D) [240-432-2749](https://hamtock.com/what-we-do/payroll/+12404322749) [contact@hamtock.com](https://hamtock.com/what-we-do/payroll/contact@hamtock.com) 10304 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20903