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Understanding Household Employment
How Do You Pay Taxes in a Nanny Share
As with any other household employment, taxes in a nanny share arrangement will be owed by the families and the caregiver. We’ll answer 5 key questions to give you everything you need to know about how to pay taxes when forming a nanny share.
How to Pay Your Nanny Overtime
Not correctly paying a nanny for overtime hours – or ignoring OT hours altogether – is a common way families violate wage laws. Here is everything you need to know to pay your nanny overtime the right way.
Why You Shouldn’t Give Your Nanny a 1099
One of the most common questions (and misunderstandings) surrounding household employment is whether a family can provide their nanny a 1099 at tax time and consider them an independent contractor rather than a household employee. The short answer is “no.” Here’s why and answers to other questions you may have.
Washington DC Enacts a Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights
Washington, D.C. has joined 10 states and two major cities in enacting domestic worker protections. The major components of the district’s Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights include a requirement for work agreements in household employment and an extension of human rights as well as occupational health and safety protections for household employees.
IRS Warns of Schemes Aimed at Wealthy Taxpayers
Questionable tax practitioners and independent promoters selling schemes like CRATs and monetized installment sales can leave wealthy taxpayers vulnerable to underpayment tax penalties or civil fraud penalties.
What We Learned from the INA Salary and Benefits Survey
The International Nanny Association just released its latest Salary and Benefits Survey and the trends show that more and more nannies are being paid legally and gaining the standard benefits found in traditional workplaces. This means families may find it increasingly difficult to hire a nanny “off the books.” Here are our seven observations from the survey.
Can I Claim a Nanny on My Taxes?
When preparing your personal tax return, you may be looking for ways to reduce your tax obligation. Can you claim your nanny’s wages for a tax break? Before filing your tax return, here are 8 questions (and one bonus question) to determine if you qualify for tax breaks.
How to Reduce Your Nanny Taxes
You figured out much you owe in nanny taxes when you employ someone to work in your home. Now the good news! Here are seven ways to reduce your nanny taxes that can save money for both you and your employee.
How to Pay a Nanny
You’ve found the right nanny for your family and now you need to figure out how to pay your caregiver. A nanny is a professional with an important role in your family. You’ll need and want to pay your nanny legally. Here’s what you need to know when it comes to paying your nanny on the books.
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