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Benefits of Being Paid “On the Books”
Nannies and other household employees hold jobs like any other professional and should be paid legally to gain important protections and advantages. You will need to pay taxes but the benefits will far outweigh the small amount taken out of your paycheck. Here are...
Hiring a Pet Friendly Nanny
There are many considerations a family must make when deciding on a nanny to hire. One such thing is if they already have or plan on getting a pet. A family with a dog, cat, or other pet may be a turn-off for a potential nanny, either due to an allergy, not wanting to...
Nanny Tax Threshold for 2016
The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced yesterday that the nanny tax threshold for 2016 will increase to $2,000, up from $1,900 this year. This affects all employers of domestic workers - if you pay your employee at least $2,000 in 2016, you are required to...
Interviewing a Nanny: Asking About Disabilities
Q: We will be interviewing a nanny who came highly recommended. But we have heard from a friend that this nanny has been in and out of the hospital lately due to back pain. Is this something we can ask her about during the interview? A: According to the Americans...
4 Key Reasons to Use a Nanny Payroll Service
There is more to paying your household employee than just cutting them a paycheck each week. Taxes need to be paid (by the employer and employee) and insurance coverage may need to be in place, just to start. The four key reasons to use a nanny payroll service are: 1....
Connecticut Social Media Law Affects Household Employers
Connecticut has joined numerous other states with social media privacy protections for employees. This new Connecticut social media law, Public Act No. 15-6, which was signed into law last May and went into effect October 1st, restricts employer access to the personal...
IRS Publications for Homeowners
Here is a library of IRS publications for homeowners, covering many issues of concern. Title Publication Number Description Home Mortgage Interest Deduction 936 Includes general information on home mortgage interest, including points, how to report deductible interest...
Questions to Ask a Household Payroll Provider
A household employer must understand the federal, state, and local employment laws that pertain to his or her household. Many laws require the employer to obtain, file, and submit necessary paperwork. Tax laws also have paperwork requirements, such as reporting wages...
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