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IRS Provides Tax Inflation Adjustments for Tax Year 2023
The IRS recently announced tax year 2023 annual tax inflation adjustments, including tax rate schedules. These adjustments generally apply to tax returns filed in 2024. Here are some of the other highlights.
Health FSA Contribution Limit Will Increase for 2023
For plan years beginning in 2023, the limit on an employee’s salary reduction contributions to a health FSA increases to $3,050. Here’s how a health FSA can save you and your worker money and help you attract and retain top talent.
Nanny Tax Threshold on the Rise Again for 2023
The 2023 nanny tax threshold will be $2,600. Here’s what that means for families with household help like nannies, housekeepers, and senior caregivers.
Qualified Transportation Fringe Benefit Limits to Increase in 2023
The IRS has released its cost-of-living adjustments for employee-qualified transportation fringe benefits for the 2023 tax year.
Household Employers Should Continue to Use Current Form I-9
Household employers should continue using the current version of Form I-9 even after its expiration date of Oct. 31, 2022. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security said the current Form I-9 should be used until further notice.
Why You Should Plan for Much Higher Minimum Wage Rates in 2023
Minimum wage rates for next year – in many states and cities – are already seeing significant increases especially if they are tied to the Consumer Price Index or inflation. Here’s where it’s happening and what household employers need to know.
What are Pay Transparency Laws?
Pay transparency laws are popping up across the country. Household employers should be attentive to this trend as pay transparency may affect how they post their job openings and how they talk about pay and pay history during the hiring process. Here’s what families with household help need to know.
Legal Troubles for Household Employers Highlight Importance of Labor Compliance
Non-compliance with wage and labor laws in household employment has grabbed a number of headlines across the country recently and cost families hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines, penalties, and payment of back wages. We take a look at three cases and what families with household help can learn to avoid similar legal troubles.
How to Show Your Appreciation During National Nanny Recognition Week
National Nanny Recognition Week is a great time to recognize your in-home childcare provider for their hard work, patience, and dedication. Here are some ideas to make this week special or any time you want your nanny to know that they are treasured by your family.
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