Jan 22, 2016 | Employing a Nanny, Working as a Nanny
If you are the parent of a child with a nut allergy, you may be wary of having a nanny or other caregiver in charge when you are not there to ensure your child’s safety. This is a common concern, but one that can easily be addressed and handled professionally,...
Jan 6, 2016 | Employing a Nanny, Working as a Nanny
It’s that time of year again – tax season! Many household employers may have questions regarding W-2s for their nannies or other household employees. Please see the answers below to some of the most commonly asked questions. Q: Does my nanny receive a 1099 form?...
Jan 5, 2016 | Employing a Nanny
If you pay your nanny or other household employee $2,000 (2016) or more in a year, you are required to pay state and federal taxes. Taxes required to withhold, file, and pay: Social Security Medicare Other taxes GTM strongly recommends withholding (but are not...
Dec 1, 2015 | Employing a Nanny
It’s that time of year again! People are making their lists (and checking them twice) of all the gifts they want to buy for the holidays. While most of the gifts are usually for friends and other family members, nannies are also – hopefully – included. If you’re...
Nov 24, 2015 | Employing a Nanny, Working as a Nanny
‘Tis the season! As temperatures fall, the risk of illness rises. This is the time of year that many physicians recommend getting the flu vaccine. But some household employees may not want to get it. Families might be concerned, especially with nannies, that someone...