How to Prevent Discrimination as a Household Employer
As someone who has hired an employee to work in your home, you are considered an employer and your home is a workplace. That means you are subject to applicable labor laws. Some of these regulations are designed to prevent discrimination in the workplace. While...
What You Should Do During Your Nanny’s First Days
If you’re employing a nanny for the first time or transitioning to a new employee, the first few days are critical to a successful relationship for you and your worker. This is a time when your nanny should become acquainted with your household and family environment....
Domestic Employee Work Agreement: What to Include and When to Re-visit
The domestic employee work agreement may be the single most important document between your family and worker. It outlines the employment engagement with specific details about compensation, benefits, terms, and more. It establishes a clear understanding between your...
Even Unintentional Nanny Tax Missteps Can Lead to Violations
We’ve laid out the consequences for intentionally avoiding nanny taxes and getting caught. But what about families who want to do it right but make a mistake and find themselves in trouble? Getting nanny taxes right can be confusing and time-consuming especially if...
