Apr 24, 2015 | Employing a Nanny
The International Nanny Association’s 30th Annual Conference is currently underway in Cancun, Mexico, and one of the workshops being held tackles the importance of workers’ compensation insurance for household employers. This is an issue that more and more...
Apr 14, 2015 | Employing a Nanny, Working as a Nanny
It’s hard getting motivated to lose weight, but here’s something that might help: The IRS recognizes obesity as a disease and allows taxpayers to deduct certain weight-loss expenses. (IRS Revenue Ruling 2002-19) Prior to this ruling, individuals could only claim a...
Apr 9, 2015 | Employing a Nanny, Working as a Nanny
To get and keep the most talented employees, employers must treat nannies and other household employees like professionals. Therefore, offering employee benefits is an important consideration for all household employers. By providing an attractive employee benefits...
Mar 12, 2015 | Employing a Nanny
The work agreement is an essential document for both the household employer and nanny. A comprehensive work agreement goes a long way in establishing a successful working relationship. Not only will it prevent problems from occurring, it will set the tone of the...
Mar 6, 2015 | Employing a Nanny
You’ve just hired a nanny! You are now a household employer, and as such, you need to prepare for nanny’s first day on the job. He or she needs to become acquainted with your household, its operations, its environment—even your household’s culture. Be ready to...
