FREQUENT QUESTIONS
- What are nanny taxes?
- Why should I pay nanny taxes?
- Who is required to pay nanny taxes?
- How much do nanny taxes cost you?
- How much do nanny taxes cost your employee?
- How can I save money by paying nanny taxes?
- How can the IRS catch me if I haven't paid nanny taxes?
- When do I pay nanny taxes?
- Am I required to withhold federal and state income taxes?
- What are unemployment taxes?
- What are the penalties involved with late filing of withholding taxes?
- Can I hire an illegal alien?
- Where do I get information about preparing nanny taxes myself?
When do I pay nanny taxes?
- Federal nanny taxes (Social Security, Medicare, income taxes, and federal unemployment) are generally paid with your federal income taxes.
- State nanny taxes (unemployment and income taxes) are generally paid quarterly.
- In addition, you must give your employee a W-2 by January 31 and file the W-2 and W-3 with the Social Security Administration by February 28.
