GTM’s Household Employment Blog
7 Key Compliance Updates for Household Employers
July is a popular month for states and cities nationwide to implement compliance regulations for employers. These often include families with household help like nannies, housekeepers, and senior caregivers. Here’s what household employers need to know.
How to Reimburse Your Nanny for Gas and Mileage
If your nanny drives their car while on the job, it’s a best practice to reimburse them for gas and mileage. Here’s how to do it the right way and avoid any additional taxes for extra compensation.
National Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights Reintroduced in Congress
The National Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights would require work agreements and paid leave and provide workplace protections for household employees.
Why Banking Hours for Your Nanny is a Big Mistake
There are two terms that are somewhat unique to the household employment industry: guaranteed hours and banking hours. While they’re interrelated, the first is an industry standard and the latter is illegal. Here’s why.
What is the New York Wage Theft Prevention Act?
Here’s what household employers need to know about the New York Wage Theft Prevention Act including pay rates, time tracking, wage notices, and pay stubs.
Why Workers’ Compensation is Important for Household Employers
Obtaining worker’s compensation insurance may not be as obvious a “to do” for a family hiring a nanny or other household employee. However, a lack of coverage is a critical and costly mistake. Here’s why having a workers’ compensation policy is important for household employers.
Can I Employ a Nanny who has an ITIN?
What happens if your employee provides an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number instead of a Social Security Number? While an ITIN and an SSN may seem similar, they are vastly different. Employing a nanny who has an ITIN and not an SSN can get you in some trouble.
How to Use a Dependent Care FSA When Paying a Nanny
Another advantage of paying your nanny legally? You can use a Dependent Care FSA – offered through your employer – to get tax-free reimbursements on a portion of your nanny’s wages. Here’s how they work when you’re paying a nanny.
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