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posted Mar 30, 2020 1:48:58 PM

Should I hire my nany as a self-employed worker? If so, what are the steps to take to ensure the process is legal and well documented?

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Level 15
Mar 30, 2020 2:02:56 PM

A nanny is usually a W-2 household employee.

 

See IRS Pub 926 page 3.

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p926.pdf

 

 

Expert Alumni
Mar 30, 2020 2:06:23 PM

Absolutely not. Publication 926 (2020), Household Employer's Tax Guide ... 

 

A nanny does not meet the requirements for self-employment. A nanny does not choose when to work and other requirements. See Understanding Employee vs. Contractor Designation | Internal .