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How to Hire a Summer Nanny
Summer may be the time of year to sit back, relax and recharge. Unless of course, you have kids. When school begins again, you could be exhausted. Where did the summer go? And what happened to relaxation? This is where a summer nanny can make your life easier and the season more fun for your kids.
What are Guaranteed Hours for a Nanny?
Guaranteed hours for a nanny, an industry standard in household employment, are the set number of hours your caregiver will be paid each week. Here’s how guaranteed hours work and why they benefit not only your nanny but your family as well.
Nanny Wants to Be Paid Under the Table?
The awesome nanny you plan to hire wants to be paid off the books. You know the risks but do you take a chance and go along with your nanny? Nannies, however, often don’t see the bigger picture when it comes to being paid legally and what benefits (both immediate and long-term) they may be missing. Here’s what to say to get them on board with legal pay.
How to Calculate Your Nanny Taxes
Calculating nanny taxes is an important step when hiring an in-home caregiver for your children. It’ll help you understand your total budget for childcare beyond just the wages you’ll pay your nanny. Here’s what you need to know.
Can I Pay my Nanny Through my Business Payroll?
If you run a business and employ household help, can you pay that employee through your company payroll? This is a common tax question that can affect your personal and company finances. The short answer is no – a household employee shouldn’t be paid by a corporate entity through their business payroll. Here’s why.
How to File Schedule H
It is tax season once again and you are getting ready to file or have your accountant prepare your personal return. If you employed a household worker last year – like a nanny, housekeeper, or senior caregiver – you may be wondering … what is Schedule H, and do I need to file it? Here is everything you need to know.
How to Offer a Retirement Plan to a Household Employee
Families with household help may consider offering a retirement plan to their employees to help attract top candidates to their jobs and retain their best employees. It’s easy to do and GTM can help.
Labor Dept. Revises Rules on Classifying Independent Contractors: What This Means for Household Employers
The U.S. DOL recently released a final rule designed to reduce the risk of employees being misclassified as independent contractors, which can be an issue for families with household help. Here’s what this all means for household employers.
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