Paying in Cash?

How would you feel if your service employees asked to be paid in cash? Would you suspect that they were trying to shave a little off of their taxes? Is it your job to “police” the people you employee for various jobs around your home? Many couples face this dilemma and may not be in agreement with each other. The Ethicist addresses this question and details why it is best to report all income when filing taxes, in his April 9, 2025 response, Our Gardener Wants to Avoid Taxes. Should We Pay Him in Cash?