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Nannies and Nut Allergies
If you are the parent of a child with a nut allergy, you may be wary of having a nanny or other caregiver in charge when you are not there to ensure your child's safety. This is a common concern, but one that can easily be addressed and handled professionally,...
Snow Days for Nannies?
Winter weather is in full swing in many parts of the country, with many families anticipating lots of snowy days ahead. Families with nannies have to consider many things when there are school and/or work closures due to snow. With that in mind, here are some...
W-2s for Household Employees
It's that time of year again - tax season! Many household employers may have questions regarding W-2s for household employees. Please see the answers below to some of the most commonly asked questions. Q: Does my nanny receive a 1099 form? A: No. Household employees,...
Oregon Sick Leave Law to Take Effect
Under the new Oregon sick leave law beginning January 1, 2016, Oregon employers will be required to provide up to 40 hours of sick time each year, depending on how many hours an employee works. Who Is Covered? The law applies to most employees—exempt, non-exempt,...
2016 Standard Mileage Rate Announced
The 2016 standard mileage rate has been announced by the IRS. This rate is used to calculate the deductible costs of driving a vehicle for business. This applies to household employers who choose to let their nanny or other household employee use their car for...
2015 Year End Tax Planning for Households
The end of 2015 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 2015 year end tax planning. It’s important to...
2016 Minimum Wage Changes
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), employers – including household employers – in all states must pay their employees at least the state's minimum wage. This wage rate often changes at the beginning of a new year, so it's important for families with domestic...
Gift Ideas for Your Nanny
It’s that time of year again! People are making their lists (and checking them twice) of all the gifts they want to buy for the holidays. While most of the gifts are usually for friends and other family members, nannies are also – hopefully – included. If you're...
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