What is Unemployment Insurance?
If you recently hired a household employee, you know that you have employment tax obligations. One of those is to pay Federal and State Unemployment Insurance tax. This benefit program
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What Costs to Consider Before Hiring a Nanny
Are you considering hiring a nanny? Maybe a senior caregiver for one of your aging parents? Finding and hiring an experienced household employee helps provide the extra hand you need. But
Unemployment Claims for Household Employees During COVID-19
The worldwide COVID-19 pandemic has caused unprecedented job loss and disruption to the economy. Household workers are some of the most economically vulnerable workers, as they live paycheck to paycheck
Case Study: Paying Nanny Off the Books
HWS’ Client Care Manager, Mary Crowe, shares the story of a client who paid the nanny cash under the table, and later found himself on the wrong side of his
Unemployment Insurance: A Nanny’s Safety Net
Understanding the Household Employer’s Role with Unemployment