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Avoiding Costly Nanny Payroll Mistakes: What Every Family Needs to Know

Posted by HomeWork Solutions
on 11/19/25
8:51 PM

Hiring a nanny is a deeply personal decision. Most families are genuinely committed to doing the right thing — from offering fair pay to creating a respectful working relationship. But when it comes to nanny payroll and employment law, even well-meaning employers can make expensive mistakes.

Hiring a Nanny or Caregiver? What Form I-9 and E-Verify Mean for You

Posted by HomeWork Solutions
on 11/12/25
7:55 PM

If you’re hiring a nanny, senior caregiver, housekeeper, or any other in-home employee, understanding your responsibilities as a household employer is key to staying compliant with federal employment laws. Two terms you’re likely to encounter in the hiring process are Form I-9 and E-Verify.

On the Clock or Off? Understanding Paid Time for Household Employees

Posted by HomeWork Solutions
on 11/06/25
4:22 PM

Whether you’re employing a nanny, senior caregiver, or housekeeper, understanding when your employee is on the clock—and legally entitled to be paid—is an essential part of running a compliant household payroll.

What the OBBBA “No Tax on Overtime” Rule Means for Household Employers and Their Employees

Posted by HomeWork Solutions
on 10/22/25
2:40 PM

A new federal tax law passed this summer, and it includes a provision that could include tax savings for household employees—but only if you know the detail. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) includes a “No Tax on Overtime” rule, and although it doesn’t directly change household payroll practices, it does impact tax reporting and employee tax credits.

Health Insurance May Get More Expensive in 2026: What Nannies, Caregivers & Families Need to Know Before Open Enrollment Ends

Posted by HomeWork Solutions
on 10/15/25
2:08 PM

The 2025 Open Enrollment Period for health insurance is nearly here — and it’s an important time to check your coverage.

The household employment experts blog

Avoiding Costly Nanny Payroll Mistakes: What Every Family Needs to Know

Hiring a Nanny or Caregiver? What Form I-9 and E-Verify Mean for You

On the Clock or Off? Understanding Paid Time for Household Employees

What the OBBBA “No Tax on Overtime” Rule Means for Household Employers and Their Employees

Health Insurance May Get More Expensive in 2026: What Nannies, Caregivers & Families Need to Know Before Open Enrollment Ends

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