Installing a nanny cam is common for families hiring an in-home caregiver. Is this legal? Should you tell your nanny? What can go wrong? Get the answers and understand the laws around surveillance cameras in a private home.
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Hiring an Employee
Why Does My Nanny Need a W-2?
This may come as a surprise to some household employers but, yes, your nanny needs a W-2 at the end of the year. It’s the law. Ignoring this can land you in a heap of trouble with federal and state agencies. We’ll help you rectify this mistake.
The Risks of Going Online to Find Child Care
When going online to find a nanny for your children, don’t be fooled. It’s mostly up to you to research your caregiver’s background – including criminal activity – and verify their credentials.
How to Avoid Heather Nauert’s Nanny Tax Issues and Protect Your Career
State Department spokeswoman Heather Nauert is the latest political nominee to be derailed by nanny taxes. These problems can disrupt anyone aspiring to advance their career. Here’s how to avoid these issues and protect yourself.
Au Pair vs. Nanny: Who Should You Hire?
When deciding whether to hire an au pair, it’s important to know if this type of caregiver or a nanny will best meet the needs of your family.
New Guide: How to Hire a Nanny the Right Way
Hire a nanny the right way with this guide on the hiring process, paying your employee, creating a healthy work environment, and more!
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.
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.
What Families Can Learn from GTM’s Household Employment Surveys
Recent household employment surveys provide guidance for families attracting top talent to their positions and retaining their best employees.
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