The household employment experts blog

Bad Weather is Easy to Navigate With a Good Work Agreement

Posted by HomeWork Solutions
on 01/09/24
4:34 PM

It is time to plan ahead and have an inclement weather policy in place for the upcoming winter weather. Snowy or icy conditions can be unsafe, and safety should always be the top priority when determining if an employee should commute in to work. In the event of a weather emergency, having an inclement weather policy in place ensures everyone knows what to do.

Minimum Wage Increases Coming in January 2024

Posted by HomeWork Solutions
on 12/27/23
9:58 PM

Governments are recognizing the need to ensure household employees are paid a living wage and slowly phasing in wage increases over a series of years. Effective January 1, 2024, minimum wage will be increasing in additional states and cities across the country. As longtime advocates for fair and legal pay, we hope to see this trend continue, and to see an increase to the Federal Minimum Wage in the coming years.

Do I Have to Pay My Nanny, Senior Caregiver, or Other Household Employee Overtime?

Posted by HomeWork Solutions
on 12/12/23
4:29 PM

The short answer is yes. Domestic employees, such as nannies, household assistants, and elder care providers are hourly employees under the law, and therefore must be paid overtime. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) provides the framework to determine weekly overtime requirements for household workers. Some states also have laws requiring daily overtime. It is important to understand all applicable rules to determine when overtime pay is due.

Is Your Employee’s Healthcare Plan ACA Compliant?

Posted by HomeWork Solutions
on 12/07/23
4:25 PM

If you are seeking to provide a tax advantaged healthcare reimbursement, such as a QSEHRA, to your household employee, you need to make sure it is ACA compliant. Let’s delve into what it takes for a plan to be ACA-compliant and what might not meet those standards.

FLSA – Compensation Rules Live-In vs. Live-Out Caregivers

Posted by HomeWork Solutions
on 12/06/23
4:11 PM

Whether you are hiring a nanny, a caregiver for an elderly family member, or any other domestic worker, understanding the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) live-in and live-out designations, is crucial. These federal guidelines ensure fair treatment and compensation for domestic workers, based on the residential status required of their position.