Effective July 1, 2018, the minimum wage will increase in a number of states and localities. Domestic workers like nannies must be paid at least the highest hourly minimum wage of federal, state, and local rates.
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Tax & Wage Laws
Paying Your Nanny a Salary or Guaranteed Hours?
The short answer is “no.” You can’t pay your nanny a pre-set, flat-salaried amount for all hours worked in a week. You could pay her for guaranteed hours, which is different from a nanny salary. Here’s why.
What You Need to Know About Paying Taxes on a Summer Nanny
Hiring a summer nanny means you have an employee and will need to follow applicable tax, wage, and labor laws even if it’s just temporary work.
What is a State Tax Reciprocal Agreement?
If your employee lives and works in different states, they may not be required to file taxes in both. Certain state have what is called a reciprocal agreement.
Your Nanny is Pregnant. Are You Following the Law?
If you employ a pregnant nanny, you may be required to provide reasonable accommodations so she can continue working. These accommodations may also apply to childbirth recovery and any conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth.
How To Conduct A Paycheck Checkup And Prevent Tax Time Surprises
Using the IRS withholding calculator can help your employee perform a quick “paycheck checkup” to help protect against having too little or too much federal income tax withheld.
Follow these Steps When Hiring In-Home Senior Care
When you hire private, in-home senior care, you may become a household employer. While this will give you more control over the employment situation, a number of tax, wage, and legal nuances come along with being an employer.
How Tax Reform May Impact Your Family
Recent tax reform made significant changes to income tax rates, exemptions, deductions, credits, and more. Here are the key provisions that may influence your tax liability under the new legislation.
2018 Minimum Wage Increases
This guide shows states and cities with 2018 minimum wage increases.
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