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.
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Household Employer Policies
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.
What are Guaranteed Hours for a Nanny?
Guaranteed hours for a nanny, an industry standard in household employment, are the set number of hours your caregiver will be paid each week. Here’s how guaranteed hours work and why they benefit not only your nanny but your family as well.
Paying in Arrears or Current? What’s the Best Way to Pay My Nanny?
When paying your nanny, you can pay them in arrears or current. Here are the differences between the two methods and why paying in arrears may work best for your family.
IRS Issues Standard Mileage Rate for 2023
The IRS has increased the standard mileage rate for 2023. Household employers can use this rate to calculate the reimbursable costs of a worker operating their own car while on the job.
New York State Launches New Hotline to Report Wage Theft and Recover Stolen Wages
On the success of its Wage Theft Task Force, New York has launched a new hotline and announced plans to develop a state-of-the-art online wage theft reporting system to create more opportunities for workers to report wage theft and receive what they are owed.
IRS Increases Mileage Rate for Remainder of 2022
The IRS increased the standard mileage rate for the rest of 2022. Household employers can use the IRS mileage rate to calculate the reimbursable costs of a worker operating their own car while on the job.
4 Steps to Improving Your Mental Health
Mental health – which includes how you think, act, and feel – plays a huge role in your overall health and wellness. In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, here are some strategies to help you thrive.
Protecting Your Sensitive Data from Cyber Attacks
Here are some effective steps for you and your employee to help prevent hackers, scammers, and other cybercriminals from compromising your computers and mobile devices, stealing information, and harming your family or worker.
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