Could You Use a $15 Gift Card? A New England Nanny is proud to announce our new referral program! If you have a friend that could use a part-time nanny, occasional babysitting, housekeeping, or any other service we offer, we have a great deal for you. Simply send us...
We had another fantastic event this past Saturday for National Nanny Training Day! It was our highest-attended event yet. Everyone enjoyed our speakers Michelle McNabb, Christina Nazarenus. Your presentations were very informative and engaging, thank you so much for...
Household employers sometimes struggle with their home being both a personal residence and a workplace for others. The U.S. government enforces many laws and regulations that protect workers against discrimination, so household employers must recognize that their home...
You’ve found the perfect nanny for your family. You’re now in the process of negotiating a salary and your nanny says she wants to be paid “off the books.” You know the importance of being compliant with payroll and taxes, but your nanny likes the additional money in...
All good things, and possibly some bad things, must come to an end. One of the most difficult aspects of being an employer is to face the end of an employee relationship, whether terminating an employee or dealing with a resignation. There are certain ways to handle...
If you are the parent of a child with a nut allergy, you may be wary of having a nanny or other caregiver in charge when you are not there to ensure your child's safety. This is a common concern, but one that can easily be addressed and handled professionally,...
It’s that time of year again – tax season! Many household employers may have questions regarding W-2s for their nannies or other household employees. Please see the answers below to some of the most commonly asked questions. Q: Does my nanny receive a 1099 form?...
‘Tis the season! As temperatures fall, the risk of illness rises. This is the time of year that many physicians recommend getting the flu vaccine. But some household employees may not want to get it. Families might be concerned, especially with nannies, that someone...
Household employers should be aware and well-informed of the more often-used leave laws like sick leave or Family Medical Leave, but other leave laws will arise. Employers are typically mandated to provide time off for civic duties like voting, witness leave, and jury...
