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4 Ways Anyone – Not Just Government Employees – Can Get Caught Not Paying Nanny Taxes
Even if you’re not being questioned by a Senate panel, you can still be exposed for paying under the table. Here are some examples of why paying nanny taxes is not just for government officials, and how anyone can be exposed for breaking the law.
New Form I-9 is now Mandatory for Employers to Use
The new Form I-9—the form used to verify the identity and employment authorization of all individuals hired for employment in the United States – was released on November 14, 2016. Here are some of the most common Form I-9 FAQs we’ve received.
Montgomery County Sick Leave/Safe Time
The Montgomery County Sick Leave law requires employers with one or more employees in the Maryland county to provide paid sick and safe leave to covered employees, including domestic workers.
13 Steps to Hassle-Free 2017 Nanny Taxes
This is the time of year when many household employers are scrambling to pull together 12 months' worth of pay and tax information so they can issue their employee a W-2, submit Form W-3 to the Social Security Administration, and begin preparing Schedule H to file...
Help for Intuit Household Payroll Customers
Inuit has discontinued its household payroll product for domestic employers. While you’ll be able to complete your 2016 tax return (through April 20, 2017), Intuit Household Payroll customers will not be able to process payroll for 2017 pay dates. A complete solution...
Trump’s Plan to Cut Childcare Costs Moves Forward
As Inauguration Day draws near, we’re getting a clearer picture of President-elect Donald Trump’s priorities when he takes office. Reducing childcare costs was a centerpiece of Trump’s proposed tax plan during the campaign. It remains a focal point as he seeks...
Not Paying Nanny Taxes Could Derail Your Career Opportunity
You’ve worked hard. You’ve sacrificed. Your professional resume is impeccable. You’ve cleared the background checks. You’re cruising through the vetting process for your new, high-level job. Then come the questions that make your palms sweat, create a lump in your throat and knock you off stride.
2016 Year End Tax Planning for Households
The end of 2016 is only about 2 weeks away, so it’s important that everything is in order to ensure there are no surprises when it comes time to pay your nanny taxes next year. We recommend not putting off or ignoring your 2016 year end tax planning.
Illinois Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act
The Illinois Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act (VESSA) allows employees to take unpaid leave to handle domestic or sexual violence issues. A new amendment to this law applies to household employers.
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