GTM’s Household Employment Blog
Workers’ Compensation for Household Staff: Protecting Yourself and Your Employee
Ensure your household employee’s safety & your financial security. Discover the legal requirements for workers’ comp, its benefits, and why it’s crucial for peace of mind.
IRS Layoffs Threaten Tax Season Delays
IRS layoffs may cause tax return delays this season. Learn how staffing cuts impact processing times and what proactive steps you should take.
What are Form I-9 and E-Verify?
Simplify household employee hiring. Learn how to use Form I-9 & E-Verify to verify eligibility & ensure compliance. Avoid legal issues with our guide
How To Keep Your Best Household Employees
Retain top household staff in your family office. Explore crucial strategies: competitive pay, generous benefits, and a positive work environment.
Hourly or Salary? What’s the Best Way to Pay My Nanny?
Understand the differences between hourly and salary pay for nannies. Get practical guidance on calculating pay, overtime, guaranteed hours, and payroll cycles.
Power of Attorney vs. Guardianship: What’s the Difference?
Plan ahead for your loved one’s future. Understand the key differences between Power of Attorney (POA) and Guardianship, and learn which legal tool is right for your family’s needs.
Divorce or Separation: Who Can Claim a Child as a Dependent on Taxes
Navigating taxes after a divorce with children can be tricky. This guide simplifies the rules around claiming dependents, including eligibility requirements and available tax breaks for single parents. Learn who qualifies as the custodial parent and how to maximize your deductions.
How to Catch up on Nanny Taxes in 8 Steps
Whether you put off nanny taxes until now or are just realizing you have a household employment tax obligation, now is time to catch up on your nanny taxes. While it is much easier to track nanny tax withholdings with each pay period, you can “catch up” at the end of the year. It will take a little more time and effort on your part. Here’s how to catch up on your nanny taxes as you prepare your 2024 taxes.

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