As a family that employs a nanny, maintaining open and honest communication is essential to fostering a positive working relationship. However, certain topics can feel awkward to bring up, whether it’s about job performance, boundary setting, or a change in...
Energy drinks are growing in popularity to provide quick boosts when tired. These beverages contain caffeine, a central nervous stimulant. However, many energy drink options have excessive amounts of caffeine or are overused by consumers, which can create adverse...
Like it or not, tax season has begun. If you employed a nanny or other household employee and paid them at least $2,700 in 2024, you'll need to file household taxes by April 15th. But there is some good news - tax breaks available! Our payroll partner, GTM Payroll...
As part of your nanny’s job, they take your kids to parks, playgrounds, museums, playdates, and other places to get out and about. Your children may also have music lessons, sports practices, or school pick-ups and drop-offs that your nanny must handle as well. Maybe...
Paid prenatal leave was passed as an amendment to the New York paid sick leave law. It requires all private employers to provide employees with 20 hours of paid prenatal personal leave per 52-week period for health care services during pregnancy or related to the...
Holiday bonuses are customary in the household employment industry. Many nannies and other household employees, like other workers who rely on holiday tips, count on them as part of their income. It is also a sign of appreciation for a job well done. If you skip an...
Many household employers mistakenly assume that because the employment of domestic work is within their own home, they are unlikely to get caught paying their employee illegally. Because there is a long history of household employment being paid in this way, many...
If you are hiring a nanny or other household employee, you must pay employment taxes if the employee's wages reach what's commonly known as the "nanny tax threshold." This amount increases each year and will be going up again in 2025. Our payroll partner, GTM Payroll...
As we approach the big election in November, employers may not be aware of the laws regarding voting leave for nannies or other household employees. While there are no federal laws that mandate employers to provide employees time off designated for voting, most...
