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...
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...
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...
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...
You know your nanny isn't just a babysitter. Make sure he/she knows how much you appreciate them. Here are a few ideas for celebrating National Nanny Recognition Week 2015 with the most important person you'll ever hire. ...
Being a nanny or other household employee is, in many ways, no different from being an employee in a traditional workplace. But because the work environment of a home is more informal, it's important to remember that conventional employment rules and policies still...
Workers' compensation insurance for nannies and other household employees is becoming a crucial issue for household employers to address, whether your state requires you to have coverage or not. If your nanny is injured or becomes sick while working, you may be...
As employers across the state worked to amend policies and procedures in preparation for California’s paid sick leave law, questions were raised about ambiguities and hurdles to implementation. The California State Legislature responded this spring with Assembly Bill...
Do you take international business trips or go on vacation outside the country with your family? Are you concerned that your health insurance policy won't apply outside of the U.S.? Let us help you stay covered! GTM is proud to announce that we have partnered with...
Get your free: Complete Guide to Household Payroll
Download our free guide and find out everything you need to know about paying your employee legally and filing your taxes.
.
