Minimum wage rates in several states and cities are increasing on July 1, 2020. To be compliant with wage laws, household employees must be paid at least the highest of the applicable federal, state, or local rate. Here is your guide to July 1 minimum wage increases.
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Tax & Wage Laws
NannyTraining.com Launches First Tax Compliance Course for Nannies
A new online tax and payroll compliance course for nannies from NannyTraining.com outlines what they need to know when it comes to being paid legally.
Philadelphia’s Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights is Now in Effect
Under a new law in the city of Philadelphia, nannies and other domestic workers are now required to receive written employment contracts, meal and rest breaks, paid leave, and other protections. Learn what you need to do as a household employer.
DOL Provides More Guidance for Household Employers on FFCRA Compliance
The U.S. Department of Labor answered additional questions about FFCRA compliance including the eligibility of paid leave for household workers, documentation needed for paid leave, and school closures due to summer vacation.
How the COVID-19 Pandemic May Impact Your Dependent Care Benefits
The COVID-19 outbreak may impact your DCAP benefits in a variety of ways. Although the IRS has not issued any specific relief or guidance for DCAP benefits due to the COVID-19 outbreak, existing rules may help if your childcare needs have been affected by the outbreak.
COVID-19 Scenarios and Benefits Available to Your Nanny
The COVID-19 pandemic is a challenging time for many families. If you employ a nanny, you may be wondering what to do with your caregiver. With new laws in effect that provide paid sick and family leave as well as expanded unemployment benefits to many employees, we’ll discuss what may apply to your nanny.
Top 10 Questions from Household Employers During the COVID-19 Pandemic
We’re answering some popular household employer questions to help provide insights and guidance on tax credits available to you, paid benefits for your nanny, and how to manage your employee during this time. We hope to bring some clarity around household employment, give you some confidence, and help you make smart decisions.
A Complete Guide to Unemployment Benefits under the CARES Act
The CARES Act provides federal funding to expand unemployment insurance benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s everything that household employers and their workers need to know including who qualifies, how long benefits will last, and how to get the extra $600/week in benefits.
Expanded Unemployment Benefits Available to Nannies and Other Household Employees
The recently passed CARES Act expanded unemployment insurance coverage to eligible individuals for a number of reasons related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Legally paid nannies and other household employees could apply for extended benefits if they qualify.
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