Is hiring an apartment cleaning service worth it? Experts weigh in
Should you hire a professional to clean your apartment? Experts answer FAQs and break down the pros and cons.
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9 ways to slow down and enjoy the holiday season this year
Tired of feeling pummeled by holiday stress? Make this the year you slow down and find your true holiday joy.
5 ways a housekeeper can help with your holiday to-do list
Whether you ask your current housekeeper for extra holiday help or you hire someone new, here are several tasks they...
Housekeeper agreements and contracts: What to consider before you hire
Housekeeping and house cleaning contracts are a must when hiring someone to care for your home. Here's what to put...
What licenses are needed to start a cleaning business? Professionals break it down
From what licenses you need to start a cleaning business to how to obtain them, the pros share everything you...
Lessons we can learn from famous housekeepers
From Rosario to Tony Micelli, these famous maids always stole the show — and shared life lessons along the way.
House sitting rates: How to determine fair pay every time
From the duties around the house to any pet care involved, there are a number of factors that go into...
The 15 best house cleaning tips from professional cleaners
Utilize these house cleaning tips from the pros to get — and keep — every room in your home sparkling.
The ultimate decluttering checklist: What to get rid of room by room
Grab the trash bags and donation boxes! Use this room-by-room declutter checklist to achieve a truly organized home.
12 things your house cleaner wishes you knew
Ensure your house cleaner (and your relationship with them) is set up for success with these 12 insights they wish...
How to talk to your house cleaner about new tasks and switching up their services
How can you best communicate changing needs to your house cleaner? Professionals share their top tips for ensuring you come...
What to do if a family doesn’t pay you? Experts weigh in
Learn effective ways to handle unpaid wages and other uncomfortable "wage theft" scenarios as a babysitter, nanny or caregiver.
How much to tip a house cleaner, cleaning service or housekeeper
Find out when to tip a house cleaner and how much with expert advice on proper tipping etiquette for cleaning...
Should I clean before the cleaner comes? Professionals weigh in
From toys to refrigerators, here’s what house cleaners will and won’t do, along with tips for how to prepare for...
How to communicate with your house cleaner for great service every time
Want to (always) be wowed? Check out our list for ensuring top notch service from your house cleaner every time.
24 ways to hire help around the house
Hiring help around the house is much easier (and more affordable!) than it seems. Here are the chores and odd jobs...
How to interview for a house cleaning job: Preparation and potential questions
Experts offer tips for getting prepared and boosting your confidence ahead of your next cleaning job interview.
House cleaning checklist: A room-by-room guide
Start off on the right foot with your cleaner by creating helpful guidelines — this first-day house cleaning checklist will get...
How to start a cleaning business: According to pros
If you are ready to learn how to start a cleaning business, read on for more tips and advice necessary...
Guidelines for law enforcement
Care.com provides these guidelines as a resource to law enforcement authorities seeking information about Care.com accounts. Additional information is available...
11 seniors on why they don’t regret hiring help for cleaning and care
From easing physical limitations to enjoying time with loved ones, 11 seniors share the benefits of hiring pros for house...
How to budget for house cleaning, according to experts
Making room in your wallet for house cleaning can get you a cleaner living space and a clearer mind. Here...
7 common tax questions house cleaners have
Get answers to common tax questions for house cleaners or housekeepers and helpful guidance for a smooth tax-filing process.
Why hiring a house cleaner is worth it, according to former skeptics
From increased earning potential to romantic harmony, 11 people share how hiring a house cleaner has benefited them.
How traveling pet sitters earn money while seeing the world
Do you have what it takes to be a traveling house sitter, pet sitter or caregiver? Jet-setting experts share how...
Background checks: How to handle them if you’re a caregiver
Whether you're applying for a nanny, babysitting or other caregiver job, here's what you need to know about background checks.
14 living room toy storage ideas every parent needs
Looking for hidden toy storage ideas for the living room (so you don't trip over another Lego)? Check out these...
12 eco-friendly ideas for a greener holiday season
From eco-friendly gifts and more sustainable gift wrapping and trimmings to delectable recipes with a lower carbon footprint — don't...
6 ways housekeepers can make more money
House cleaning experts share ideas for making clients happy, growing your business and increasing revenue.
Do you give your employer a gift?
Aren't sure about the protocol when it comes to nanny to employer gifts? Here, experts offer tips, advice and rules...
Holiday safety tips for joyful and healthy celebrations
Check holiday safety off of your to-do list with these smart tips and helpful reminders from doctors and safety experts.
25 genius kids toy storage ideas
Make your cluttered home manageable again with these smart and creative toy storage ideas and organization hacks.
7 Biggest Mistakes Small Business Owners Make
Even for the most seasoned practitioners, running a small business requires experimentation. And this is especially true in the care...
Generational conflict at work? 4 expert strategies for finding a resolution
From assuming that Gen X and Boomers are out of touch to being certain that anyone who’s a part of...
7 flexible, in-demand jobs during back-to-school season
Discover jobs that surge in demand during back-to-school season. Don't miss out as families hire help for the new school...
How nannies and caregivers can have the gun safety talk with families, according to experts
How nannies and caregivers can have the gun safety talk with families, according to experts.
25 summer jobs to fit every schedule
Whether you're looking for full- or part-time, check out our list of the best jobs for summer. There's something for...
12 kitchen cleaning tips for busy families
Learn how to keep a tidy, clean kitchen with these tips, advice and new routines from cleaning and organization experts...
How to clean the dirtiest items in your kitchen
Grease, grit and grime have nothing on these kitchen cleaning hacks. Discover how to clean the dirtiest items in your...
101 moving tips for families
Planning a move? Make the process easier for the whole family with these 101 tips for moving — from finding...