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Find out how Remote can guide you through the complexities of managing cross-border hiring, payroll, taxes, and compliance.

 

Working with a PEO can simplify payroll, benefits, and compliance. 

But hidden fees and surprise charges can quickly derail your budget and catch you off guard.

 A 2024 industry review found that onboarding costs alone can exceed $5,000 for small teams. And that doesn’t include recurring admin or compliance charges, which often range between $2,500 to $10,000 annually.

Transparent pricing isn’t just a nice-to-have. It’s critical for scaling businesses that need clarity to confidently hire, expand globally, and stay within budget. 

In short: predictability = peace of mind.

What to look for in PEO options?

Before choosing a provider, make sure you evaluate:

  • Services included: Payroll, benefits administration, compliance, HR support

  • Pricing structure: Fixed flat-rate vs. percentage of payroll

  • Billing clarity: Are taxes, benefits, and setup included or hidden?

  • Contract and exit terms: Minimums? Penalties? Notice periods?

  • Global vs. local support: Can they support your international growth?

Watch out for percentage-based billing on gross payroll, which can add around $7.65 per $100 in hidden administrative costs (often buried in the fine print).

The transparency test: Evaluating pricing models

When comparing PEOs, dig deeper into how pricing is structured:

  • Flat-rate vs. percentage: Which model gives you cost certainty?

  • All‑in vs. add‑on: Are essentials like taxes and benefits included?

  • Clarity of contracts: What happens if you scale or exit early?

✅ Transparency checklist:

  • Is the pricing model clearly explained?

  • Are there any surprise charges?

  • Does the provider disclose all service inclusions?

  • Are fees fixed, or do they vary unpredictably?

  • Can pricing scale smoothly across countries?


Questions to ask before choosing your PEO

  1. Are all employer costs, like taxes and benefits, included?

  2. What could trigger a pricing change?

  3. Are there setup, exit, or annual admin fees?

  4. Can pricing scale predictably as we expand?

  5. What level of billing transparency can we expect?

PEO clients who prioritize transparency report faster growth (7 to 9% higher), lower turnover (10 to 14% less), and are 50% less likely to go out of business. The takeaway? Clear pricing isn’t just good finance — it’s good business.

Did you know? Companies that use PEOs like Remote report an average ROI of 27.2%, and save approximately $1,775 per employee per year. Transparent pricing isn't just easier, it’s more cost-effective.

 

Explore Remote PEO for your global hiring needs

When choosing a PEO, look for a PEO option with clear, upfront pricing that shows exactly what you’ll pay, and what’s included.

Remote PEO can help you streamline admin tasks, reduce overhead, and offer world-class benefits without blowing your budget. 

Why Remote stands out

Remote is built for transparency, simplicity, and scale:

  • Flat, predictable rates per employee, no surprise add-ons

  • All-inclusive packages that cover payroll, benefits, taxes, and compliance

  • Live pricing calculator to instantly model your costs in 160+ countries

  • Scalable structure to support your team as it grows globally

Remote’s approach to transparency empowers you to forecast confidently, scale smartly, and stay fully compliant — no guesswork, no hidden charges. When you combine cost efficiency, regulatory peace of mind, and economies of scale, you don’t just simplify global HR — you gain a strategic advantage.

Learn more about Remote PEO or speak to one of our employment gurus for guidance today!