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Tax Deductions 101: What Business Expenses Actually Qualify?

Posted by HomeWork Solutions
on 02/12/25
6:54 PM

Surprisingly (or maybe not…), the Internal Revenue Code doesn’t provide a neat little list of exactly what can and can’t be deducted as a business expense. Instead, it gives us this broad guideline:

Why Working with a Nanny Agency is a Smart Choice

Posted by HomeWork Solutions
on 01/30/25
4:22 PM

Hiring the right professional nanny for your child is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a parent. You want someone who is not only experienced and trustworthy but also a perfect fit for your family’s unique needs. The search process, however, can be overwhelming and time-consuming—especially when it comes to ensuring that every candidate is properly vetted and qualified.

Outsourcing Household Payroll: A Stress-Free Way to Simplify Your Life

Posted by HomeWork Solutions
on 01/21/25
6:16 PM

Feeling like there’s never enough time in the day? You’re not alone. Between work, family, and everything else on your plate, managing your household’s payroll and taxes can feel overwhelming. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to do it all yourself.

You’ve Hired a Great Nanny — Now It’s Time to Tackle Pay Stubs

Posted by HomeWork Solutions
on 01/14/25
6:47 PM

You’ve hired a fantastic nanny, housekeeper, or caregiver — but now it’s time to navigate pay stubs. It’s more than just a piece of paper. A pay stub is your proof of legal compliance, your employee’s proof of income, and one of the most important parts of managing household payroll.

When a Household Employee Asks for a W-2 After Being Paid “Off the Books”

Posted by HomeWork Solutions
on 01/08/25
5:56 PM

Many families who hire household employees, like nannies, senior caregivers, or housekeepers, may not realize they’ve become employers in the eyes of the IRS and labor authorities. It’s common for families to agree to pay “off the books” without thinking about taxes — until January rolls around and the employee asks for a W-2.