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Using an Agency vs. Independent Caregiver

Hiring Household Employees: Caregiving Agency vs. Independent Caregiver Life has gotten busy, and you’ve determined that your household could really use another set of hands. Whether you’re searching for a nanny, elder caregiver, maid, gardener, or another household employee, there are a couple of ways to go about it. Not sure if you should use an agency to provide additional help or hire somebody directly on your own? Here are some things to think about.  Using an Agency Pros to Using an Agency: You’ll save time.  Using an agency will take care of the hiring process for you. Finding [...]

Using an Agency vs. Independent Caregiver2025-08-18T17:24:47+00:00

DIY Software vs. Full-Service

In the realm of household payroll management, finding the right solution to ensure both compliance and convenience is crucial. Many families must choose between investing in a full-service household payroll service costing over $1,000 per year or opting for a do-it-yourself (DIY) software solution like NannyPay, priced at a fraction of the cost—$199.95 per year. We realize NannyPay is not for everyone so we decided to lay out the pros and cons of utilizing a service vs DIY software so you can decide what is best for you and your situation.  Full-Service Household Payroll Services: The Pros and Cons [...]

DIY Software vs. Full-Service2024-10-24T16:05:44+00:00

Hiring a Caregiver For a Loved One

Hiring a Caregiver For a Loved One The holidays are almost here, which means you’ll be spending a lot of time with your family, including your aging parents. So, when you are visiting them, you will have an opportunity to see how they are doing in terms of overall health, safety, and quality of life. If you notice any red flags that indicate your elderly loved one is unable to take care of themselves and their surroundings (disheveled clothes, poor hygiene, spoiled food, unpaid bills, etc.), it may be time for some additional assistance. Important Signs that Your Loved [...]

Hiring a Caregiver For a Loved One2025-02-06T16:35:33+00:00

Hiring a Nanny for Your Autistic Child

Experienced Nannies for Autistic Children You may feel a little anxious about leaving your autistic child in the care of a nanny.  While this is normal, it is important to remember there are many nannies who have experience working with special needs children who would love to build a special relationship with your child. Knowing what to look for in a nanny and where to find one will help your family find the perfect match, and put your mind at ease.  The National Institute of Health defines Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as a developmental disorder that affects communication and [...]

Hiring a Nanny for Your Autistic Child2025-08-18T17:19:58+00:00

Before you write that check, conduct a background check

Conducting a Background Check on your Nanny One of our biggest worries when it comes to our loved ones is keeping them safe.  It’s hard for little ones and some seniors to communicate exactly what is happening in the home when you are not there. Whether you are leaving your children alone with a nanny or hiring an elder caregiver to take care of an aging parent, you’ll want to know they are in good, trustworthy and capable hands. After extensive interviews and meetings with your potential nanny/caregiver, you find someone who you feel comfortable with and who seems like [...]

Before you write that check, conduct a background check2022-08-31T18:59:17+00:00

Hiring a Caregiver For Your Aging Parents

Securing Home Caregivers for Parents Your parents were there to take care of you as your grew up, but now the roles have reversed and they need you to care for them. While many seniors are mentally and physically capable of caring for themselves, others might suffer from issues that may limit their mobility or their ability to live on their own. As much as you'd like to tend to their every need, it's often impossible to do so, especially if you work full-time or have a family of your own to take care of. In these cases, having a [...]

Hiring a Caregiver For Your Aging Parents2022-05-10T20:24:17+00:00

Do You Have a Household Employee?

Defining Household Employees A household employee refers to someone who receives wages in return for providing a service within their employer’s residence. According to the IRS, if you control what work is done by the worker and how it is done, that worker will be considered your employee. Work done in or around your residence is considered household work. The following types of workers are typically treated as household employees for employment tax purposes: Nannies Babysitters (with some exceptions) Eldercare providers or elder caregivers Private nurses Health aides Housekeepers or house cleaners (but not independent cleaning companies) Drivers or [...]

Do You Have a Household Employee?2025-02-06T17:05:28+00:00

Interview Questions for Hiring a Nanny

Asking the Right Interview Questions of your Nanny Candidates As you search for a nanny that’s the right fit for your family, it’s important to have a solid set of interview questions on hand. These questions can help you learn more information about the individuals that you’re interviewing to determine if they’re a good fit for your family while  filtering out candidates that are not. As you interview caregivers, consider the following ideas for questions: How Do You Keep Up with Professional Development? Ask your potential nanny how they keep up with their professional development. This is a key [...]

Interview Questions for Hiring a Nanny2023-08-22T18:13:21+00:00

Questions To Ask a Potential Nanny 

How to Interview Nanny Candidates When hiring a new nanny, clearly, you don't want to take any chances. Before hiring a nanny, it is vital to ask several questions, some uncomfortable ones. Good interview questions may provide insights to the nanny’s abilities and demeanor. To make the task simple here are a few nanny interview questions which you may consider before you hire. Experience and Training • How long have you been a nanny? • How old were the children you cared for? • Do you have any formal early childhood development or childcare training? • Would you be willing to take classes [...]

Questions To Ask a Potential Nanny 2023-08-22T18:15:15+00:00

Paying A Nanny

Your Nanny is your Employee: Pay Accordingly When you first employ a nanny, you might at first be confused about the process of paying them legally, and if you called for a quote from a nanny payroll service, you will probably be surprised at the cost. But you have a number of choices to handle payroll, and they differ in various ways, such as payment means, time investment, cost of service, etc. Let’s consider the nanny payroll alternatives in a bit more detail. Pay Under the Table This is a poor choice for your nanny and illegal for you [...]

Paying A Nanny2023-08-22T18:14:55+00:00

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