Hello, My mom had an agency for back surgery provide 24 hour care 16 years ago for a few weeks. One of those caregivers eventually became her personal assistant about 12-16 hours per week. I had nothing to do with it and live 300+ miles away.
Last year I became her POA and now I want to do it right. Do I need to go back and pay 16 years back payroll taxes? Should I just start payroll and such now? I spoke with an Elder Law attorney and will speak with a CPA next but was wondering if anyone else has done the same and how they dealt with it.
Thank you!
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They are not retroactive and in fact retro isn't even your business; it was the private choices of your loved one and her caregivers. Give it no thought.
I agree with both your answers below.
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