Every year, agencies and staff members quietly do the work that raises the bar for the entire industry. They screen more carefully than they have to. They mentor a new hire until that hire becomes someone else’s mentor. They handle a difficult placement with integrity instead of taking the easy way out. The APNA Honors...Read More

Most agencies understand the importance of background checks, contracts, and careful screening processes. But one area that is often overlooked is insurance. Many small business owners assume that because they work from a home office, have only a few employees, or don’t provide hands-on childcare services themselves, they have little risk. Unfortunately, that’s not always...Read More

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...Read More

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...Read More

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...Read More

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...Read More

Nanny agency owners have been asking me lately how to make their business appear in AI search. And I completely understand why. Tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity have become part of everyday life. At the same time, traditional search engines are now showing AI-generated answers at the top of their search results. So even...Read More

When it comes to hiring a nanny or household staff member, choosing the right agency partner can make a big difference in your experience and results. As you start your search, you’ll notice that some agencies identify themselves as “local” while others operate “nationwide.” But what do those terms really mean and how should they...Read More

When hiring a nanny, it’s easy for families to focus solely on the hourly wage. However, to attract and retain a professional who will be a true asset to their household, your families should consider offering a comprehensive benefits package. A competitive package demonstrates that they value the nanny’s health, well-being, and professional dedication. Here...Read More

When organizations conduct background checks as part of their hiring process, their ultimate goal is simple: to ensure they are making informed, safe, and compliant hiring decisions. But behind every successful background check lies one often-overlooked factor: the accuracy of the subject’s identity. If the subject’s identity is not correctly established at the start, the...Read More