Expanding your nanny placement business is an exciting milestone, but scaling comes with challenges. Growth should never come at the expense of quality, as families and nannies rely on your agency to provide exceptional service and trusted matches. To ensure a smooth expansion while maintaining high standards, consider these key strategies. 1. Document Your Processes...Read More

In the high-trust world of in-home childcare, knowing exactly who you’re welcoming into a family’s home isn’t just good business—it’s an absolute necessity. As identity fraud rates continue to climb and technology makes deception increasingly sophisticated, nanny agencies face mounting pressure to ensure the individuals they place with families are exactly who they claim to...Read More

Hiring a summer or temporary nanny can be a game-changer for families. But when the topic of taxes comes up, many parents hesitate, fearing that the costs of doing things legally will outweigh the benefits. The truth? For most families, tax breaks can offset or even exceed the cost of employer taxes, turning a potential...Read More

Want to cut down on your nanny replacements? One way to do that is to make sure your clients have valid, thorough and accurate employment agreements with their nannies. Having all the details laid out from the beginning of a family’s relationship with their nanny can save headaches and, ultimately, the possibility of your agency...Read More

In the world of nanny placement, agencies act as the crucial bridge between families and caregivers. You take every step to ensure a seamless match—vetting candidates, conducting background checks, and setting clear expectations for both parties. But how prepared are you when unexpected challenges arise? Nanny agencies operate in a unique legal and operational space....Read More

A well-structured onboarding process is crucial in ensuring successful and lasting placements. As an agency, you play a key role in facilitating this process by guiding both nannies and families through each step. Your expertise helps create clarity, build trust, and set the stage for a positive and professional working relationship. Below are the ways...Read More

Picture this: A family hires the perfect nanny through your agency. They’re experienced, professional, and fit seamlessly into their home. But a few months in, something goes wrong—pay issues pop up, tensions rise, and before you know it, the placement falls apart. What happened? DIY payroll mistakes, tax confusion, and legal missteps can unravel even...Read More

Investing in the professional development of the nannies and caregivers you place is one of the most effective ways to strengthen your agency’s reputation and long-term success. When caregivers continue to learn and grow in their roles, families receive higher-quality care, and your agency becomes known for placing top-tier talent. Providing training, certification opportunities, and...Read More

Imagine this: A family is preparing to welcome their first baby. They’ve spent months planning, reading books, and setting up the perfect nursery. But as the due date approaches, reality sets in—they’re nervous, overwhelmed, and suddenly unsure about the countless “right ways” to care for a newborn. Determined to find the best support, they reach...Read More

At Enginehire, we’ve always been focused on making nanny agencies run smoother and smarter. We started out with a vision to simplify recruiting, onboarding, billing, scheduling, and marketing. Over the years, we’ve been adding more features like AI-powered tools and a rewards program, all based on what our clients call us and tell us they...Read More