Hiring a Pet Friendly Nanny

Hiring a Pet Friendly Nanny

There are many considerations a family must make when deciding on a nanny to hire. One such thing is if they already have or plan on getting a pet. A family with a dog, cat, or other pet may be a turn-off for a potential nanny, either due to an allergy, not wanting to...
Interviewing a Nanny: Asking About Disabilities

Interviewing a Nanny: Asking About Disabilities

Q:  We will be interviewing a nanny who came highly recommended. But we have heard from a friend that this nanny has been in and out of the hospital lately due to back pain. Is this something we can ask her about during the interview? A:  According to the Americans...
Hiring a Nanny: the Family Interaction Test

Hiring a Nanny: the Family Interaction Test

There are many concerns to consider when you are involved in hiring a nanny or other household employee, as well as many legalities to abide by to ensure equitable and fair employment opportunities. By taking the hiring process one step at a time, you can proceed with...
First Steps to Becoming a Household Employer

First Steps to Becoming a Household Employer

The IRS defines a household employer as any person who employs housekeepers, maids, gardeners, and others who work in and around an individual’s private residence. A nanny is an example of such an employee. In becoming a household employer,  it is critical that you...
7 Tips to Retain the Best Nannies

7 Tips to Retain the Best Nannies

While there are many quality nannies out there, once you find one you really like, you want to do what you can to make sure she/he wants to keep working for you. Usually this doesn’t mean heaping extravagant gifts on your nanny or giving in to anything your...