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Hiring a Nanny in New York? New Minimum Wage Rates Coming in 2024
If you currently employ a nanny or other household worker, it's important to know that the minimum wage across New York State is going up again. The rate will gradually increase beginning on January 1, 2024. On May 3, 2023, Governor Hochul signed legislation to raise...
Want to Take Your Nanny on a Family Vacation?
Here comes summer, a time when many families take a vacation. If you have a nanny, you may want to bring them along to help make your child care needs easier. But taking your nanny on vacation is a luxury and can be quite expensive. Before asking them to join you, you...
An Amazing Caregiver for Your Summer Child Care!
Summer is almost a month away, so to help you with your child care needs when school lets out, we would like you to meet a fabulous caregiver – our Nanny of the Month, Amy!Amy has been providing temporary care services with our agency for more than three years, and...
Legal Marijuana: Considerations for Families When Employing a Nanny
The first recreational marijuana dispensary in the Capital Region recently opened for business. While the use of marijuana for recreational purposes for individuals over the age of 21 has been legal in New York since April of 2021, many families that either have a...
What is a Summer Nanny and Should You Hire One?
School is out in less than two months - and for many families, that means you need to have some form of child care. Hiring a summer nanny might be the right choice. Our payroll partner, GTM Payroll Services, provides a look at what a summer nanny is and what to...
Toy Safety Factors By Age for Parents and Nannies to Consider
When purchasing toys for children, it is important to consider several safety factors. Toys should be age-appropriate, well-constructed, durable, and suited for each particular child’s physical, mental and social capabilities. Toy Safety Regulations The U.S. Consumer...
5 Spring Break Activity Ideas for Nannies and Children
Spring break is just around the corner, and nannies are likely brainstorming fun and engaging activities to do with the children they care for. While many families may have their own plans for the week, there are plenty of creative and educational activities that...
16 Steps to Creating a Household Emergency Plan for Your Family
Fires, floods, power outages - you never know when an emergency will strike. It's important for families to prepare for natural disasters and other types of emergencies by having a plan in place for everyone to follow. Below are steps to creating a household emergency...
8 Ways Parents Can Save on Taxes
From IRS.gov Eight Tax Savers for Parents Your children may help you qualify for valuable tax benefits. Here are eight tax benefits parents should look out for when filing their federal tax returns this year. 1. Dependents In most cases, you can claim your child as a...