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Holiday Bonuses and Gifts for Nannies
According to the International Nanny Association’s “2013 INA Salary and Benefits Survey,” 53% of nannies across the nation received a year-end bonus in 2011. These bonuses include anywhere from a week’s salary to a month’s salary or more. GTM conducted its own survey...
Nanny Tax Year-End Planning
The end of the calendar year is quickly approaching, so it’s important that everything is in order to ensure there are no surprises when the time comes to pay the nanny tax. Year-end planning isn’t something to put off or ignore. It’s important to look at your...
Hiring a Senior Caregiver
In 2011, the first of America’s baby boomers—78 million people born between 1946 and 1964—reached their 65th birthday. These baby boomers began to turn age 65 at a rate of 8,000+ per day. According to the U.S. Administration on Aging (AOA), people reaching their 65th...
2014 Minimum Wage Increases
Beginning January 1, 2014 (unless otherwise noted), several states and cities will be raising their minimum wage. Please see the list below to ensure you are compliant with the wage laws in your state. Click each state or city name to see articles or announcements...
Educational Assistance for Your Employee
There are many benefits household employers can offer their nannies or other employees; benefits serve as both a retention tool for current employees, as well as a recruitment tool for new hires. One of these benefits to consider is that of educational assistance....
Family Friendly Workplace Ordinance Adopted in San Francisco
Last spring, Vermont passed a law that included providing employees with the right to request flexible working arrangements or predictable work schedules. Last week, San Francisco became the first U.S. city to enact a similar law. Beginning January 1, 2014, employers...
Background Checks for Nannies
As with any job application, background and reference checking is one of the best ways to learn about a potential nanny. By speaking with references, employers can learn crucial information about the candidate’s abilities, personality, strengths, and weaknesses. You...
October 15 Remains Tax Return Extension Deadline
Regardless of the federal government shutdown, the Internal Revenue Service is reminding taxpayers that the Oct. 15 deadline remains in effect for people who requested a six-month extension to file their tax return. The current lapse in federal appropriations does not...
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