If your nanny drives their car while on the job, it’s a best practice to reimburse them for gas and mileage. Here’s how to do it the right way and avoid any additional taxes for extra compensation.
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Understanding Household Employment
Why Banking Hours for Your Nanny is a Big Mistake
There are two terms that are somewhat unique to the household employment industry: guaranteed hours and banking hours. While they’re interrelated, the first is an industry standard and the latter is illegal. Here’s why.
What is the New York Wage Theft Prevention Act?
Here’s what household employers need to know about the New York Wage Theft Prevention Act including pay rates, time tracking, wage notices, and pay stubs.
7 Steps to Protect Yourself as a Household Employer
As a family that has hired someone to work in their home – like a nanny, senior caregiver, or housekeeper – you are now considered a household employer and should understand and follow applicable labor laws. Here are seven steps to protect yourself from allegations of wrongful employment practices.
How to Hire a Summer Nanny
Summer may be the time of year to sit back, relax and recharge. Unless of course, you have kids. When school begins again, you could be exhausted. Where did the summer go? And what happened to relaxation? This is where a summer nanny can make your life easier and the season more fun for your kids.
Family Owes Overtime Pay to Former Nanny after Losing Appeals Court Ruling
A U.S. appeals court unanimously ruled against a Florida family in an overtime pay case brought against them by their former nanny. Here’s why they lost and how household employers can help avoid similar lawsuits.
Household Employees: What Employers Need to Know
Hiring household employees comes with responsibilities and legal obligations. Understand the essential aspects of hiring household employees, employment taxes, and how to ensure a smooth and lawful employment relationship.
What You Need to Know About Household Staffing
Discover the key aspects of household staffing including the essentials of hiring domestic help and the importance of a household employee payroll service to manage household staff.
Understanding the Costs of Hiring a Live-In Nanny: A Comprehensive Guide
What are the costs when hiring a live-in nanny? Check out our complete guide to understanding live-in nanny costs including pay and overtime, room and board, taxes, benefits, and insurance.
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