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• Using Civil Courts Record Searches As Part of a Pre-Employment Screening Program?

  Civil suits for pre-employment screening purposes are filed when a plaintiff believes they are due restitution or compensation for a wrong done by a defendant. Civil searches are conducted at the upper level court in each jurisdiction requested. Although a civil court records search will cover lawsuits filed for damages, bankruptcy, personal injury etc. where… Read more »

• Caregiver or Nanny Pay Stubs: Are they required?

  Did you know that 39 states have now passed laws requiring employers to provide itemized pay stubs to their employees? Why all the attention to nanny pay stubs? There has been a slew of legislation at the state level in the last decade focused on “Wage Theft Prevention” – essentially employers either not paying for all hours... Read more »

• Rules Unique to the United Nations G-5 Visa Requirements

  United Nations G-5 Visa Regulations What are the unique rules to the United Nations G-5 visa regulations? HomeWork Solutions has many years of experience providing payroll and tax services to United States Mission to the United Nations staff who sponsor domestics working in the US on a G-5 Visa. HWS is a preferred household payroll provider… Read more »

• How are the nanny’s (employee’s) payroll taxes paid?

  Our Ultimate Guide to Nanny Payroll Taxes Requirements Whether your nanny works full-time, part-time or lives with your family, the odds are likely that in the eyes of federal and state governments, they are an employee of your household. That means that you, as the nanny's employer, need to make sure that you're following state,... Read more »

• ¿Existen otras regulaciones y reglas de la Niñera que yo debería conocer?

  Las “Preguntas Frecuentes” en www.homeworksolutions.com te guiarán sobre los problemas más frecuentes e importantes de la niñera. La mayoría de los beneficios y condiciones de empleo son negociadas entre usted y su patrón – Siempre es importante insistir en un contrato de trabajo por escrito, donde se establezcan todos los detalles del mismo. Si tienes… Read more »

• What about a senior caregiver or nanny credit report?

  Are you wondering, “What is the process for pulling a credit report for my nanny or caregiver?” NannyVerify regrets they cannot provide access to individual credit reports via their website. Families desiring a senior caregiver or nanny credit background check should contact a reputable credit reporting agency directly. Be advised, however, that all of the credit bureaus… Read more »

• Am I required to offer my nanny benefits such as vacation time, sick time, or paid time off?

  US employers are not required to offer benefits such as paid vacation time, paid sick time, medical or life insurance, or retirement savings plans unless stipulated by state or local laws. However, employers with full-time, permanent staff find that offering some basic level of benefits keeps them competitive in the employment market, attracting and retaining… Read more »

• How often do I need to pay or remit the “nanny taxes”?

  Many wonder how to pay nanny taxes and how often to file. Understand that the federal and state filing schedules are NOT synchronized. Additionally, not all states have the same reporting schedule. Federal Employment Taxes: Employers of domestic workers must, at a minimum, make annual payments for Social Security, Medicare and Withheld Income Tax (if… Read more »

• I hired a nanny. What about household employers workers’ compensation and disability insurance?

  SUMMARY: State insurance regulations determine when household employers workers’ compensation and disability insurance are required. The rules vary by state. We recommend meeting with a licensed insurance broker to review all of your insurance needs when you become a household employer. HWS has a licensed insurance partner who will provide HWS clients a no obligation… Read more »

• I Want to Net a Take Home Pay of $600 a Week. A Family Just Offered Me a Job, but Listed a “Gross” Pay Rate, What Does That Mean?

  Many household employees expect to negotiate a “net wage” or “net take home pay” agreement with their employer. The net take home pay agreement is an unfamiliar concept for many nanny employers, and often the new employer does not fully understand the financial implications of a net pay agreement with the employee. A lack of... Read more »