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!
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.