Nanny Tax Checklist: 10 Steps to Payroll and Tax Compliance in 2026
Once you hire a household employee, you take on a new role: household employer.
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Understanding Your W-2: A Tax Season Guide for Household Employees and Their Employers
It’s tax time, and one of the most important documents you may receive is your Form W-2, also called the Wage and Tax Statement. Understanding your W-2 helps you file
Someone Is the Employer — Is It You?
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
On the Clock or Off? Understanding Paid Time for Household Employees
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
Tax Deductions 101: What Business Expenses Actually Qualify?
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
When a Household Employee Asks for a W-2 After Being Paid “Off the Books”
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
What Happens When Your Nanny Files for Unemployment? – A Simple Guide for Families
If one of your household employees recently filed for unemployment benefits, you might be feeling unsure about your next steps. Don’t worry—this is a common situation, and we’re here to
Why You Should Think Twice Before Claiming “Exempt” on Your W-4
At HomeWork Solutions, we know that managing taxes can be confusing, especially when you’re working as a nanny or caregiver. You might be tempted to try to simplify things by
Performance Reviews That Empower: Evaluating Your Nanny or Caregiver
As household employers in 2024, we know the importance of building strong, trusting relationships with our nannies and senior caregivers. Performance evaluations are a crucial part of this, but traditional
Optimize Your CPA Firm’s Efficiency with Expert Household Payroll Services
As a CPA, your expertise is unparalleled, but staying abreast of every niche area of accounting can be overwhelming. Industry-specific laws and regulations, especially those governing household employees, are complex