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Au Pair Settlement Could Mean Changes in Household Employment Industry
A proposed class-action settlement could eliminate the cost savings of having an au pair over a nanny by helping au pairs get fair-market wages and better working conditions.
How to Handle Snow Days with a Nanny
With a snow day policy as part of your work agreement, clear communications with your nanny, and proper planning when bad weather is forecast, you can reduce the frustrations and possible resentment over snow days that can harm your employee relationship.
7 Tips for Household Employers to Be Great Bosses
Here are some tips for household employers to help improve your employee relationship and stay compliant with tax, wage, and labor laws.
What We’re Reading: Top Household Employment Blog Posts of the Year
From minimum wage increases to nanny tax compliance to paying your nanny the right way, here are our most popular household employment blog posts of 2018.
22 Nanny Gift Ideas for Any Occasion
As with any gift giving, knowing your nanny’s interests, hobbies, and lifestyle will help you find a gift that will be personal and valued.
State-by-State Guide to 2019 Minimum Wage Rates
Make sure you’re following the law by paying your nanny or other household employees at least the highest applicable minimum wage rate. Many states have increased their rates for 2019!
How to Handle Year-End Nanny Taxes
Haven’t been keeping up with your household employment taxes? You could be in for a surprise. As an early gift to you, we’ll help you handle your year-end nanny taxes and maybe get you back on Santa’s nice list.
What Families and Nannies Need to Know about Worker Classification
Independent contractor or employee? Worker classification is an important first step in the professional relationship between a family and nanny. So it’s critical to get it right.
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