Minimum Wage Rates Set to Increase this Summer Across U.S.
Ahh, summer. Beach vacations. Cookouts with family and friends. And minimum wage rate increases for nannies and other household employees. Yes, it’s that time of year to check the rate you are paying your household worker to make sure it is not a wage violation....
How Do You Pay Taxes in a Nanny Share
Nanny shares are a popular way to enjoy budget-friendly, in-home child care. In a nanny share, two or more families employ a nanny to care for their children in one of the family’s homes. Learn more about creating your own nanny share. Each family typically...
Why it’s a Bad Idea to Pay a Nanny Half on and Half off the Books
For a few reasons, a nanny may want to be paid half on and half off the books. Perhaps they qualify for a health insurance subsidy that will disappear if they make too much money. Or they want a higher take-home pay and not fulfill their entire tax obligation. To a...
7 Steps to Take After Hiring a Nanny
There is plenty of advice out there about how to hire a nanny. But what do you do after you actually hire one? What’s next? Here are some important steps you need to take to ensure a successful and professional relationship with your caregiver. 1. Write a nanny...
