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Massachusetts Paid Sick Leave Law Starts July 1st
The Massachusetts paid sick leave law begins on July 1, 2015. It requires that all employers in Massachusetts - including household employers - provide 40 hours of sick leave to employees annually. This new requirement, which is a result of the passage of the “Earned...
Dress Code for Nannies
Summer is on the way, and that means hot weather and time spent by the pool. The summer heat also means people like to wear less clothing; but what is appropriate attire for a nanny during this season? As a household employer, you set the rules and practices for any...
Deducting Job-Related Moving Expenses
As the weather and economy continue to warm up, employers around the country may be looking to hire more workers, including some already employed at high-paying jobs. If you go to work for a new firm, or your current employer transfers you to a different branch, you...
Paid Sick Leave in California Begins July 1st
Also known as the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014, the new law requires all employers – including household employers – to provide paid sick leave in California to all employees beginning on July 1, 2015. The law provides that an employee who works in...
Nanny Work Agreement: Key Elements
A work agreement benefits both the employer and nanny; it helps establish clear standards, rules, and procedures for the household and for the job. Ideally, consulting with an employment attorney is a best practice in developing a work agreement. However, some...
Upcoming Minimum Wage Increases
There are three upcoming minimum wage increases taking effect this summer. Two states and Washington, D.C. will each be increasing their minimum wage. Household employers are required to pay their nannies or other employees no less than the state minimum wage if it is...
Senior Care Job Description
If you find yourself in need of a senior caregiver to work in the home, the first project to tackle is writing a complete and well-developed senior care job description. Detail all that you need and expect the senior caregiver to do. Be specific. Determine with your...
“Green” Household Payroll
In honor of Earth Day, GTM would like to remind you about a few ways that we help our clients enjoy "green" household payroll services to help preserve the planet while saving household employers time and money! Employer Portal When you sign up for our EasyPay®...
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