2016 isn’t here quite yet, but it feels like it’s already arrived as families begin the planning stages of getting a nanny into their home after the New Year. While there aren’t a ton of changes to payroll or taxes to worry about next year, there are two big ones your families will need to...
Many agencies start out solely with nanny placements; nannies are in high demand and business is strong, but this limited option can be hindering your growth. Adding additional services costs little to implement, and the return is huge. To begin this process, ask yourself these questions: What other services would I want to offer? Optional...
We often hear many questions about the rules of being a household employee, but sometimes we hear some not-so-frequently asked questions for nannies, such as the ones below, that bring important issues to light. Q: I am a nanny and my employer is paying my Social Security and Medicare but has asked me if I...
Minimum Wage and Overtime Pay for Live in Home Care Workers The US Supreme Court denied the request for a stay of the mandatory overtime ruling upheld by the D.C. Court of Appeals. A “stay” is a suspension. What does this mean in laymen’s terms? It means that all in-home workers will be entitled...
Immigration Reform, What does it mean to our industry? Immigration law has always been a complicated and divisive topic in this country. On average, about 1.8 million people immigrate to the USA each year. These foreign nationals enter the country looking for better opportunities for themselves and their families. While many enter via legal channels,...
Most employers today – including household employers – use social media as a form of background checking and screening of job applicants and current employees. Nannies and other domestic workers who post things on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social media sites may be exposing certain aspects of their personal lives to potential and current...
