Videos and guides
Short, plain-English Gusto payroll videos, each with a written guide.
Paying yourself
How to Pay Yourself as an S Corp Owner
Reasonable salary through payroll, then distributions. What "reasonable" means, mistakes the IRS looks for, and how to set it up in Gusto.
How to Pay Yourself From an LLC
Owner's draws, the 15.3% self-employment tax, quarterly estimates, multi-member LLCs, where Gusto fits and when an S corp helps.
Setting up and running payroll
How to Set Up Gusto Payroll, Step by Step
Everything you need to set up Gusto: company details, addresses, federal and state taxes, bank account, pay schedule, employees, and signing.
How to Run Payroll in Gusto, Step by Step
Six steps inside a real Gusto account: open payroll, check dates and bank, enter hours and extras, review, check taxes and debits, and submit.
Reviews and comparisons
Gusto vs ADP vs QuickBooks Payroll
An honest side-by-side of price, features, support and ease of use, with a clear verdict for small businesses.
Gusto Review 2026: Full Tour of a Real Account
Every section of Gusto from inside a real small-business account, what it costs, and how to get $100 when you sign up.
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