Jul 1, 2020 | Tax & Wage Laws
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.
Jun 29, 2020 | Household Payroll & Taxes, Tax & Wage Laws
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.
Jun 18, 2020 | Domestic Workers' Rights, Labor Laws
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.
May 19, 2020 | COVID-19, Employee Benefits, Labor Laws
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.
May 8, 2020 | COVID-19, Tax & Wage Laws
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.
Apr 30, 2020 | COVID-19, Domestic Workers' Rights, Labor Laws
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.