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Nanny Agencies vs. Online Agencies
A good agency is a helpful resource in finding a nanny or other household employee. After all, household employers hire staff to make life more convenient, easier, and fun—enabling the employer to direct his or her energies toward enjoying his or her family or home. ...
Traveling With Your Nanny
How to Compensate Your Nanny on a Family Vacation Before a family hires a nanny, the nanny’s compensation should be detailed fully, including the rate of pay for attending family vacations and any mileage or expense reimbursement that may occur. It is important for...
5 Nanny Tax Facts…or Myths?
Having a household employee can be a complicated situation; employers need to be aware of federal, state, and local tax and wage laws in order to stay compliant. There are many issues about which household employers may have questions – the list below answers some of...
How Should Household Employers Handle Year-End Taxes?
The end of 2022 is quickly approaching, so it’s important that everything is in order to ensure there are no surprises when it comes time to pay nanny taxes next year. Year-end tax planning isn’t something to put off or ignore. It’s important to look at your finances...
Why Your Nanny May Need a Credit History
A credit history for nannies and other household employees is very important if they are ever planning to apply for a loan, buy a car, buy a house, or have a credit card. A nanny who accepts wages “under the table” will not have a legal employment history or credit...