Through a new law, families may now have more flexibility in how they use funds in their Dependent Care Assistance Programs. DCAPs can be used to help offset the wages paid to a nanny.
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5 Ways to Beat Work-from-Home Burnout
If you’re working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic and feeling burnt out, you’re not alone. Here are strategies to reduce your overall stress and risk of burnout while you are working from home.
8 Fun, Easy Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Your Kids
Don’t let the pandemic put a damper on your Valentine’s Day festivities. Here are some fun, easy ways to celebrate the day with your kids and show everyone the love!
Paid Sick Leave Updates for Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York
The start of the new year has seen changes to a few state paid sick leave programs. Household employers in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York should review these updates to ensure compliance with labor laws.
What the New Stimulus Package Means for Household Employers
From voluntary paid sick leave to dependent care FSA updates, household employers need to be aware of these four key provisions in the recently enacted stimulus package.
Special $300 Tax Deduction to Help Charity Giving this Year
You may be able to take advantage of a special new provision in the CARES Act that allows you to deduct up to $300 in donations to qualifying charities this year. It applies even if you take the standard deduction instead of itemizing your deductions.
What to Do if Your Nanny Calls in Sick
While many nannies may seem superhuman, they are in fact mere mortals and will get sick from time to time and miss work like the rest of us. So it is best to be prepared for that day (or days) when you may be without your regular caregiver.
12 Ways to Make the Holidays More Meaningful as a Family
The holidays can be stressful for families and the meaning of the season can easily be lost. How can you make the holidays less materialistic more meaningful for your family? Shift your focus away from gift-getting with these 12 ideas to emphasize gift-giving, shared family experiences, and time with loved ones.
Celebrating the Holidays During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Many traditional holiday activities can put you at a higher risk for exposure to COVID-19. Following these considerations can help protect you, your family, and loved ones from COVID-19.
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