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The Benefits of Hiring Your Nanny Through an Agency Rather than Online
Hiring a nanny through an agency rather than using an online job site can save time, boost retention, and reduce the hassles of the hiring process.
5 Takeaways for Families from GTM’s Household Employment Surveys
Following these steps can help families hiring a nanny to expand their pool of qualified candidates and retain their top employees.
Retirement Survey: Many Older Americans Plan to “Age in Place”
In a recent retirement survey by USA Today, 43 percent of 45- to 65-year-olds anticipate remaining in their current residence throughout their retirement.
Nanny Tax Threshold Increases for 2018
If a household worker, such as a nanny or housekeeper, earns $2,100 or more in cash wages in 2018, Social Security and Medicare taxes, commonly referred to as “nanny taxes,” must be paid by the family and the employee.
How to Pay for Senior Care
How can you finance in-home help for your senior? There are a number of ways to pay a caregiver provided you follow federal and state tax, wage, and labor laws. Often times, families will use a combination of methods to fund home care for their elderly loved one.
In-Home Senior Care Choices: How to Do it Right
To “age in place,” some seniors may need help with basic tasks that have become difficult as they grow older. That means making the right choice with in-home senior care.
IRS Wants to Allow Truncated Social Security Numbers to Help Prevent Identity Theft
The IRS wants to allow truncated Taxpayer Identification Numbers on Form W-2 to hide an individual’s Social Security Number from identity thieves.
Seven Ways to Thank Your Nanny During National Nanny Recognition Week
The week of September 24 – 30 is National Nanny Recognition Week. It’s a time to show our appreciation for the caregivers who look after children on a daily basis so parents can go to work.
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