Understand the difference between classifying household workers (such as nannies and caregivers) as 1099 contractors vs. W-2 employees. Misclassification has serious legal and financial consequences.
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Household Employee Management
Schedule H: What You Need to Know
If you employed a household employee and paid them $2,700 or more in 2024, you are required to complete and submit a Schedule H along with your Form 1040.
How to Claim Nanny Tax Benefits and Reduce Your Costs
Are you a working parent with a nanny? You may be eligible for significant tax breaks. We will break down the two main options.
Why Paying Nanny Taxes Matters
As a responsible employer, paying your nanny’s taxes is essential. It offers significant benefits for both you and your nanny, all of which outweigh the cost of paying illegally.
Why It Might Be Time to Hire a Senior Caregiver
Is it time to hire a senior caregiver? Discover the benefits of in-home care, from relieving family stress and ensuring safety to promoting independence and quality of life. Learn how hiring a caregiver can help your loved one age gracefully and happily at home.
How to Handle Snow Days with a Nanny
With a snow day policy as part of your work agreement, clear communications with your nanny, and proper planning when bad weather is forecast, you can reduce the frustrations and possible resentment over snow days that can harm your employee relationship.
National Nanny Recognition Week: 15 Easy Ways to Show Appreciation to Your Nanny
During National Nanny Recognition Week, we honor and recognize the hard work of nannies who care for our children. Here are some easy and fun ideas to show your nanny some love. Even small tokens of appreciation can go a long way.
7 Things that May Get Overlooked When Hiring a Nanny
Hiring a nanny will be one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a parent. Even though you may not have a lot of time to put into the hiring process, don’t overlook these 7 tasks that could get skipped.
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? Here are some important steps you need to take to ensure a successful and professional relationship with your caregiver.
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