by Ryan Burke, CPA, MSF | Jun 2, 2021 | Tax
If you’re a business owner and you hire your minor children this summer, you can obtain tax breaks and other nontax benefits. The kids can gain on-the-job experience, spend time with you, save for college and learn how to manage money. And you may be able to: Shift...
by Paula Kennedy, EA | Aug 19, 2020 | COVID-19
In the COVID-19 era, many parents are hiring nannies and babysitters because their daycare centers and summer camps have closed. This may result in federal “nanny taxes” obligations. Keep in mind that the nanny tax may apply to all household workers, including...
by Brian Hare, CPA, CGMA | Oct 17, 2019 | Business, Tax
As an employer, you must pay federal unemployment (FUTA) tax on amounts up to $7,000 paid to each employee as wages during the calendar year. The rate of tax imposed is 6% but can be reduced by a credit (described below). Most employers end up paying an effective FUTA...
