This guide shows states and cities with 2018 minimum wage increases.
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Tax & Wage Laws
Nanny Tax Threshold Increases for 2018
If a household worker, such as a nanny or housekeeper, earns $2,100 or more in cash wages in 2018, Social Security and Medicare taxes, commonly referred to as “nanny taxes,” must be paid by the family and the employee.
Penalties for Misclassifying Your Domestic Worker
It is very important that an employer knows the difference between worker classifications, so that taxes are filed properly and you can avoid the penalties for misclassifying your domestic worker.
Revised Form I-9 Coming Soon
A revised form I-9 is coming soon from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Beginning on September 18, 2017, all employers – including household employers – must use the revised form.
Minimum Wage Increases Effective July 1, 2017
There are several cities and states with minimum wage increases effective July 1, 2017. Household employers should make sure they are complying with these increases.
Everything You Need to Know about New York’s Paid Family Leave Program
New York State employers — including household employers — will be required to provide paid family leave to their employees beginning January 1, 2018. Here’s everything you need to know about this new program.
How to Hire a Nanny Provides Practical Guidance to Families on Finding Household Help
The latest edition of How to Hire a Nanny: Your Complete Guide to Finding, Hiring, and Retaining Household Help is now available to purchase as a paperback or Kindle download on Amazon. The third edition of the book has been updated for 2017 to reflect new Domestic...
Household Employees Eligible for Paid Sick Leave under Arizona Law
A new Arizona paid sick leave law for household employees (and all employees) begins July 1, 2017. The law requires all employers to provide paid and protected sick leave to all employees, including part-time, temporary, and seasonal employees.
Understanding Nanny Taxes and What to Pay
Part of the responsibilites of being a household employer is understanding nanny taxes – what they are and what to pay. Use this helpful guide to assist you in complying with nanny tax laws.
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