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Why Being a Nanny is a Great Job for College Students
There aren't a lot of jobs for college students that have good pay and can accommodate the flexibility students need. But in-home child care does pay well and students can schedule their hours to fit in with their busy schedules. Here are some reasons why being a...
How Nannies Can Talk to Families About Paying Legally
While paying nannies legally has become more the "norm" in recent years, some families still don't understand the benefits to both them and their nanny from paying "on the books." If you are a nanny and you come across a family that does not want to pay taxes for...
5 Employment Issues for Families with Nannies in 2022
As 2021 comes to a close, it's time to look ahead to the new year and see what lies in store for families that have hired or will hire a nanny. Our payroll partner, GTM Payroll Services, provides a look at some employment issues for families with nannies in 2022. As...
Tips for Healthy Holiday Travel – With or Without Your Nanny
As the holidays approach and COVID-19 vaccination eligibility expands to younger children, many Americans may be making plans to travel, including families with nannies. According to Tripadvisor, 55% of Americans plan to travel this winter, which is a 5% increase from...
Child Care Professional with Special Needs Experience
When you're looking for a trusted professional to care for your family, it's never easy. You need someone that will provide you the peace of mind a family needs, while offering a quality experience for children or seniors. Well, you’re in luck – we have a professional...
Is COVID-19 Vaccination Status Important When Hiring a Nanny?
One of the considerations many parents now have when hiring a nanny regards the candidate's COVID-19 vaccination status. The same concern also applies to nannies looking for a job with a family. Our payroll partner, GTM Payroll Services, offers these insights into how...
Is This Caring Nanny What Your Family Needs?
When you're looking for a trusted professional to care for your family, it's never easy. You need someone that will provide you the peace of mind a family needs, while offering a quality experience for children or seniors. Well, you’re in luck – we have a...
CDC Signs Off on COVID-19 Vaccine for Children Ages 5-11
On Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) endorsed a low-dose version of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5-11. The approved vaccine is one-third of the amount given to adults. With the CDC’s green light,...
The Nanny Tax Threshold is Increasing in 2022 – Here’s Why That Matters
If you've recently hired a nanny, or are planning to hire one this or next year, you need to know the 2022 nanny tax threshold. That's when you are required to comply with household and tax laws. Our payroll partner GTM Payroll Services has the details so you can...