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2026 Household Employment Changes
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Updated December 2025
Every year HomeWork Solutions prepares a summary of new or updated household employment tax laws and benefit information.
HOUSEHOLD EMPLOYEE 2026 WAGE THRESHOLD:
The IRS annually reviews, and adjusts as necessary, the wage payment threshold that obligates a family to pay Social Security and Medicare taxes. These tax withholdings are reported annually on a W-2. This threshold will increase to $3,000 for 2026.
Cybersecurity & Password Best Practices to Help Your Aging Parents (and Yourself!)
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As more of our lives move online—banking, healthcare, communication—it’s more important than ever to help our aging parents stay safe from cyber threats. The good news? A few simple best practices can dramatically reduce the risk of online scams, identity theft, and password breaches.
Trump Accounts vs Traditional Savings Tools for Kids: What Parents Need to Know
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At HomeWork Solutions, we support families and professionals on both sides of the household employment relationship — from parents hiring nannies to nannies, caregivers, and other household employees who are parents themselves. Whether you’re managing payroll legally or planning for your child’s future, financial responsibility is a shared value. With the introduction of the new Trump Account, many are wondering how it stacks up against more familiar savings tools like 529 plans or custodial Roth IRAs.
Someone Is the Employer — Is It You?
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Understanding Your Role When Hiring a Household Worker
When you hire someone to work in your home, whether it’s a nanny, housekeeper, or caregiver, someone must legally be the employer. In most cases, that someone is you.
Thinking About a Year-End Bonus for Your Household Employee? Here’s What to Know
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As we wrap up 2025, many families are taking stock of the year and planning ahead for the holiday season. For household employers, this is an ideal time to recognize the important role your nanny, senior caregiver, or other in-home employee plays in your daily life.
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