At HomeWork Solutions, we understand the unique needs and benefits of a nanny-share arrangement. It's a fantastic way for families to access dependable childcare cost-effectively. By sharing a nanny, the children enjoy companionship, and the families involved benefit from a more affordable childcare solution. The nanny, in turn, often receives a higher rate than they would with a single family, creating a win-win scenario for all as long as communication and parameters are clearly established.
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Topics:
nanny share,
nanny savings,
hiring a nanny,
childcare,
employment compliance
Introducing a caregiver into your home is a significant step. That's why many families and caregivers agree to a trial period at the outset of their working relationship. This period, which can last from a few hours to several days, allows both parties to get to know each other better and decide if the arrangement will work for the long term. However, it’s important to remember that even during this initial stage, a caregiver is considered an employee, and all labor laws apply from the moment they step into your home.
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Topics:
hiring a nanny,
interview a nanny,
Hiring Elder care,
interviewing elder care applicants,
temporary household worker,
employment compliance
If you plan on hiring an employee to work in your home, it’s essential to know who you’re hiring. Background and reference checks can give you confidence that their criminal and personal history are free and clear of anything alarming. Our HomeWork Solutions experts have worked with thousands of clients over the years, and we recommend reference checks and background screenings for anyone regularly working inside your home.
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Topics:
caregiver,
nanny reference check,
senior home caregiver,
outsource nanny payroll,
domestic worker,
agency,
what to expect,
employment compliance
Last year was a difficult one for many people. An unprecedented number of unemployment claims were filed due to the pandemic and the economic fallout. If you are a household employer who has recently laid off a household employee, you may be wondering what will happen next. Let’s break down some important things to remember.
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Topics:
nanny off the books,
nanny employment termination,
caregiver,
employment compliance,
coronavirus,
pandemic
Hiring a household employee is a personal decision that requires a lot of consideration. Whether it’s a housekeeper, a nanny, or senior caregiver, hiring an experienced worker in your home is important. Did you know that as soon as you hire someone ,you become a household employer? That means you will need to pay them as an employee – not off the books. Here’s why you should never evade “nanny taxes.”
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Topics:
nanny tax audit,
nanny payroll tax,
household payroll,
childcare,
employment compliance
Around the country, the beginning of the school year is starting out differently. Distance learning is the new norm for many states and counties and that means kids and parents are juggling a lot. But there is good news! There are options. The first one: parents can utilize the services of a nanny or a learning pod to help provide the support and quality education that kids deserve this year. Here’s how.
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Topics:
nanny share,
household employee,
household employer,
nanny agency,
home health workers,
senior home care,
nanny sal,
childcare,
employment compliance,
private educator