The following questions and answers will help ensure household employers know more about the employment of a foreign domestic worker.
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Hiring an Employee
New Form I-9 is now Mandatory for Employers to Use
The new Form I-9—the form used to verify the identity and employment authorization of all individuals hired for employment in the United States – was released on November 14, 2016. Here are some of the most common Form I-9 FAQs we’ve received.
Do You Need a Non-Disclosure Agreement for Your Nanny?
Many businesses use non-disclosure agreements to prevent employees from disclosing private and confidential information. When you have an employee in your home, your privacy could be at risk. If you are concerned, a non-disclosure agreement for your nanny might be what you need.
What Household Employers can Expect about the New Form I-9
The current Form I-9 will expire next January – the new Form I-9 for employers will be available in November. Here’s a look at the changes coming to the new form.
Are Nannies At-Will Employees?
Yes, nannies are at-will employees. In every U.S. state except Montana, employment is presumed to be at-will, meaning either the employer or the employee can legally terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause. There are, however, exceptions and limitations to the at-will relationship.
Hiring a Nanny? Don’t Skip Caregiver Reference Checks
One of the key elements of the hiring process is caregiver reference checks. Speaking to references is a great way to get more information about applicants and to verify the information they’ve provided to you.
Nanny vs. Daycare: Making the Right Choice for Your Family
Among the multitude of decisions that parents have to make is, if necessary, what kind of child care they will need. Should they hire a nanny? Should they use a day care facility? See the pros and cons of using a nanny vs. day care to learn what the best option is for your family.
Negotiating Your Nanny’s Pay
Knowing and calculating the difference between gross and net pay is critical when negotiating your nanny’s pay rate. Watch a brief demonstration on how to figure out the right way to agree on a household employee’s wages.
Keep Using Expired I-9 Form…for Now
Household employers should always use an I-9 form to verify an employee's legal eligibility to work in the United States. The current version of the Form I-9 was set to expire on 3/31/16. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is now in the final stage...
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