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Paying in Arrears or Current? What’s the Best Way to Pay My Nanny?
When paying your nanny, you can pay them in arrears or current. Here are the differences between the two methods and why paying in arrears may work best for your family.
How to Pay Your Nanny for an Overnight Shift
It may seem easy to pay a flat fee for overnight shifts but that could violate wage laws if it does not cover all hours worked at a legal pay rate. Here’s what you need to know to pay your nanny the right way for an overnight shift or other extra hours.
What is the Best Way to Pay Nanny Taxes
You have a few options to pay your nanny taxes. While the main point is to actually remit the proper amounts, some methods may be more advantageous for you to avoid underpayment tax penalties. Here is the best way to pay your nanny taxes.
As Temps Rise, So Do Minimum Wage Rates Across the Country
It’s that time of year again for many minimum wage rates to increase. Now is a good time to check the hourly rate you’re paying a nanny, senior caregiver, or housekeeper and make sure it’s still compliant with the law.
Minnesota Passes State-Wide Earned Sick and Safe Leave
Minnesota becomes the latest state to pass a paid sick and safe leave law that includes all employers – including families with household help.
Why it’s a Bad Idea to Pay a Nanny Half on and Half off the Books
For a few reasons, like qualifying for a health insurance subsidy or taking home more money, a nanny may want to be paid half on and half off the books. This may seem like a reasonable compromise especially if you like the caregiver. Plus, you save on taxes too. Everyone is happy. Right? Here are four key reasons why this is a bad idea even if well-intentioned.
How Do You Pay Taxes in a Nanny Share
As with any other household employment, taxes in a nanny share arrangement will be owed by the families and the caregiver. We’ll answer 5 key questions to give you everything you need to know about how to pay taxes when forming a nanny share.
How to Pay Your Nanny Overtime
Not correctly paying a nanny for overtime hours – or ignoring OT hours altogether – is a common way families violate wage laws. Here is everything you need to know to pay your nanny overtime the right way.
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