Lots of families travel during the summer, and while there are always the hassles of dealing with airports, schedules, and making sure your home is safe while you’re away, luckily there are things available to help you manage your summer travels. Here are a couple of pieces of travel technology for families you may find […]
READ MORESteps to Comply with Nanny Tax Requirements
By A New England Nanny 7 0If you are hiring a nanny or other household employee, it’s important to understand your obligations as a household employer. You must file all applicable nanny tax forms, Social Security, Medicare, federal and state unemployment insurances, and income taxes. These obligations apply to all full-time and part-time employees that you expect to pay over $2,100 (2018) […]
READ MOREGuide to Employing Home Care Workers
By A New England Nanny 6 1The Department of Labor (DOL) recently released a new publication to help families that employ home care workers deal with the very strict wage and hour requirements of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the federal minimum wage and overtime law that applies to most home care workers. The Guide for Employing Home Care Workers was created to […]
READ MOREConference & Event Child Care
By A New England Nanny 7 0Coming to the Capital Region for a business trip, conference, meeting, training session, or other work-related function where children cannot attend? Contact us for your child care needs! Why Work With Us? We can cover as little as a one-day event to a multiple day program. We can tailor our events to your budget and […]
READ MORE7 Things to Know About the NY Health Plan Marketplace
By A New England Nanny 4 0From NY State of Health: 7 Things You Need to Know About NY State of Health: The Official Health Plan Marketplace 1. New affordable and comprehensive health insurance options will be available for New Yorkers. 2. Open enrollment begins October 1, 2013 for coverage that begins January 1, 2014. 3. If you earn less than […]
READ MOREThe Risks of Hiring a Nanny Online
By A New England Nanny 7 (4) CommentsThere have been several stories in the news lately regarding incidents with nannies and the children they care for. It’s important to remember the hidden dangers of using a “trusted” web site to hire a nanny. Despite its convenience and low-cost fees, hiring on the internet comes with risks. While not using a nanny agency […]
READ MOREReal vs. Fake Christmas Trees: Melissa and Debra Square Off!
By A New England Nanny 8 1In last week’s newsletter, we posted a link to an article highlighting the pros and cons of real trees and fake trees. ANEN’s Melissa and Debra have been debating this topic ever since, and we’d like to hear your opinion! Here is Melissa’s argument in favor of fake Christmas trees: “The price of real trees […]
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