Starting with the 2026 tax year, nannies who get paid for overtime have a new federal income tax benefit they didn’t have before. Most families and nannies haven’t fully absorbed it yet, and the questions tend to land first on the agencies that placed the nanny: whether the paycheck looks different, whether the nanny is...
Nanny agencies play a critical role in helping families make safe and informed childcare decisions. Because families trust agencies to thoroughly vet candidates, background screening is one of the most important components of the placement process. At TruDiligence, we work with agencies across the country to help design screening programs that are thorough, compliant, and...
As a nanny agency owner, you are a consultant, a matchmaker, and a trusted advisor to both families and caregivers. One of the most important, and sometimes trickiest, conversations you’ll lead is the transition from “cash under the table” to professional, legal employment. While some clients or candidates may initially hesitate about being paid “on...
The newborn care industry is built on trust — and trust deserves structure. When families hire through an agency, they are not simply looking for help. They are looking for reassurance. They are looking for stability during a season that is physically exhausting, emotionally intense, and often medically nuanced. They are trusting that the professional...
Leadership in the nanny and household staffing industry is changing. Technical skill still matters. Emotional intelligence now separates agencies that grow from those that stall. Empathy is not soft. It is strategic. What emotional intelligence means in agency leadership Emotional intelligence is the ability to recognize emotions, manage reactions, and respond with clarity. It shows...
The household staffing industry does not operate in isolation. Every placement, every client relationship, and every caregiver experience is influenced by a much larger network of industries that touch the lives of families and domestic professionals. From early childhood education to elder care, from HR and payroll services to legal compliance, from mental health support...
