Estate Management Archives - 百花视频 /category/estate-management/ Wed, 30 Jul 2025 20:00:08 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 /wp-content/uploads/2021/12/logo-150x150.png Estate Management Archives - 百花视频 /category/estate-management/ 32 32 Hiring Household Staff After Coronavirus /hiring-household-staff-after-coronavirus/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hiring-household-staff-after-coronavirus Mon, 19 Apr 2021 23:57:55 +0000 /?p=1422 As vaccinations become available and we continue to ease restrictions and closures, more domestic staff are able to return to work. If you have been isolating at home or elsewhere for the past year, your family may be ready to return to your normal schedule. Whether you are bringing back existing staff, hiring for the […]

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As vaccinations become available and we continue to ease restrictions and closures, more domestic staff are able to return to work. If you have been isolating at home or elsewhere for the past year, your family may be ready to return to your normal schedule. Whether you are bringing back existing staff, hiring for the summer, or making changes to your home’s structure, we would be happy to assist your family.

We recommend interviewing remotely, offering living accommodations if possible, and following all CDC guidelines when hiring new household staff.聽Even with relaxed restrictions, these practices will ensure the health and safety of your family and staff.

Some of your domestic staff may have been able to maintain their roles remotely. Personal assistants, house managers, and other managerial workers can easily do most of their work with little direct contact with your family, and you may find that is an ideal structure for your life moving forward. However, hands-on help like housekeepers or nannies must be in your home to perform their jobs.

See the links below for more information on recommended protocols and cleaning instruction.

What Are the Benefits of Having Household Staff?

The organisation and make-up of your home staff is unique to your individual needs and lifestyle. Having the right support in place saves you time and worry and ensures the smooth running of your homes.

Working with a domestic staffing agency can ensure expert attention is given to the details of hiring. 百花视频 is able to provide advisement on salaries, benefits, schedule and any relevant tax information in your state.

What Are Tax and Labor Laws for Household Staff?

For tax or legal guidance specific to your estate and state鈥檚 laws, please consult your financial team. For example, some states require worker鈥檚 comp to be provided for all domestic staff. Most states require detailed records of payroll and income to be kept. Setting up your hiring process the correct way will save time and money for all future hires and ensure that you avoid any legal issues in the future.

Hire New Domestic Staff with BAHS

Due to our tech-savvy culture, reviewing candidates and interviewing can be done seamlessly.

Our expert recruiters can assess your needs and recommend the best course of action for keeping your current staff or hiring during this time.聽Connect with your local office today to discuss your options and begin implementing structure.

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Why You Need a House Manager and Estate Manager for Multiple Estates /why-you-need-a-house-manager-and-estate-manager-for-multiple-estates/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-you-need-a-house-manager-and-estate-manager-for-multiple-estates Fri, 20 Nov 2020 21:23:15 +0000 /?p=1322 House聽managers and聽estate聽managers are both impressive positions responsible for the daily running of an estate. Their roles, at times overlapping, contain very different individual tasks and require an array of very different skills and responsibilities. Here at 百花视频 we are more than happy to break it down for you to simplify the two […]

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House聽managers and聽estate聽managers are both impressive positions responsible for the daily running of an estate. Their roles, at times overlapping, contain very different individual tasks and require an array of very different skills and responsibilities.

Here at 百花视频 we are more than happy to break it down for you to simplify the two roles.

Estate Manager

An important role who oversees all the house managers and is the primary contact for the principals.

Estate managers are in a strong position of leadership and are responsible for overseeing the domestic staff. They also oversee and manage the many services taking place in and around the homes of the estate.

An estate manager鈥檚 focus is securely on the bigger picture, making sure that each home runs consistently and efficiently. They are expected to have strong communication skills and a strong assertive presence leading those around them and setting the tone for the work environment.

An estate manager is not only the head of the household but also the eyes and ears, making sure the house managers and other household staff are collectively following the policies and procedures to run a tight ship in the home effectively.

We are a domestic staffing agency with a meticulous strategy for finding the perfect fit for your household, whether you鈥檙e looking for a live-in nanny, a housekeeper, a butler, estate manager or house manager. You need it, we have it!

House Manager聽

Under the supervision and direction of the聽estate聽manager, the house manager is responsible for聽running the day-to-day details of the homes, managing the housekeepers and then聽reporting聽to the聽estate聽manager.

A house manager鈥檚 role, similar to a butler, is to be responsible for managing the other staff and the maintenance of your estate. They closely manage vendors who perform various duties both in and around the property.

Duties performed by the house manager may include understanding the operation and maintenance of the equipment used throughout the estate, providing hands-on expertise with type duties. This is all encompassing and includes tasks from window cleaning to gardening.

House managers will be expected to have strong communication skills as they will be dealing with tradespeople, employees, and daily services being brought into the household and on the premises.

So, to conclude, both positions oversee the daily running of your estate, but their job description contains very different tasks and requires parallel yet separate skills.聽聽Which position to hire is completely down to the finer details of your lifestyle, from your work schedule to the household size and the quantity of requirements.

BAHS can advise and orchestrate the perfect blend and amount of team members needed to make life run smoothly for you. Contact our office today to聽be connected with聽a recruiter and begin your search.

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Property Managers: Handling Second Homes, Updating Employee Manuals and More /property-managers-handling-second-homes-updating-employee-manuals-and-more/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=property-managers-handling-second-homes-updating-employee-manuals-and-more Thu, 10 Sep 2020 20:02:40 +0000 /?p=1277 Due to the current situation, many families have chosen to remain in a second home and are limiting travel to their primary residence or other properties. To better assist our clients, we are thrilled to provide flexible property management throughout the U.S. Our property managers are equipped to handle all facets of estate management. This […]

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Due to the current situation, many families have chosen to remain in a second home and are limiting travel to their primary residence or other properties. To better assist our clients, we are thrilled to provide flexible property management throughout the U.S. Our property managers are equipped to handle all facets of estate management. This can include property visits, opening and closing of seasonal properties, assistance in all aspects of hiring, structuring a home or estate, creating household manuals and more.

Contact us to book a property manager for your home or estate.

Flexible To Meet Your Needs

Our property managers are ready and willing to commit as much or as little time to your residence as needed. Managers can be contracted on a temporary hourly basis or a permanent contracted basis. There is no need to make a commitment聽聽– we offer one-time services, as well as year-round care.

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This is the perfect time to take care of routine maintenance or small construction projects you鈥檝e been putting off. Our estate managers oversee interior and exterior maintenance and construction projects on your behalf; they will handle all vendor relations and make sure the project is done to your satisfaction. We are also able to assist with vehicle, jet and yacht maintenance, as needed.

Updating House Manuals聽

As staff return to the home after quarantine, many routines and procedures will need to be adapted for the changing times. Our team can assist with implementing safety protocols and creating or updating household manuals. Clear policies and expectations are the keys to an efficient and well-run team.

Training

A properly trained staff can make all the difference in how smoothly a household operates.聽聽Sometimes training occurs from day one and sometimes a refresher is needed. Our property managers can train new and returning staff on updated manuals and best practices to ensure that the team is running at maximum efficiency.

Open and Close Properties聽

Our team can open and prepare properties before your arrival or close a home for the season upon your departure.

Home Assessments聽

If you are not sure what your home may need in terms of staffing, training, maintenance or new protocols, we can assist. Contact us to discuss options for a property visit and detailed assessment.

Contact us to book a property manager for your home or estate.

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Wine & Spirits /wine-spirits/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wine-spirits Wed, 02 Sep 2020 19:56:10 +0000 /?p=1271 There are plenty of wine and spirit events this summer for wine connoisseurs, whisky enthusiasts or those simply looking to discover a new favorite cocktail. The team at 百花视频 compiled this selection of some of the best ways we plan on exploring wine and cocktails this summer, from heading to a winery […]

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There are plenty of wine and spirit events this summer for wine connoisseurs, whisky enthusiasts or those simply looking to discover a new favorite cocktail. The team at 百花视频 compiled this selection of some of the best ways we plan on exploring wine and cocktails this summer, from heading to a winery to learn about vintage wine to purchasing a rare bottle of whiskey. Cheers!

Collecting Wine & Spirits聽

Whether you’re an established collector or looking to start investing, there’s a聽variety聽of exciting and rare bottles coming up at the auction聽houses this year. Sotheby’s has several upcoming聽, from聽(opens for bidding this weekend) to聽聽in October. Meanwhile,聽the fine wine auctions at Christie’s聽begin at the end of September. If you’re new to the world of fine wine and spirits, Sotheby’s recently published an informative聽聽and Vinfolio offers a聽.

Explore Napa Valley or North Fork

Wineries in Napa Valley, California and North Fork, Long Island are now open for outdoor tastings and vineyard tours. For those on the West Coast, we suggest聽, featuring a tour of the vineyard’s 3/4 acre vegetable garden with the option to pick your own organic produce followed by a聽seated wine and food pairing led by the resident chefs.聽聽allows groups of up to 6 guests to relax in a private cabana, complete with wine tasting and seasonal lunch. For a more immersive and luxurious experience, consider booking a weekend at聽, a stunning hotel with sweeping views of Napa Valley. Book one of the聽聽for a truly private trip – each of the the聽1800 sq. ft. villas offer 2 bedrooms, a private terrace with outdoor bath and more. For those on the East Coast, consider聽, the only adults-only winery on the North Fork. The Italian winery offers tastings and outdoor events, such as their聽evenings. For a family-friendly option, we suggest聽, one of North Fork鈥檚 oldest vineyards. The winery offers plenty of land to explore, light bites and even a hotel on site to make a weekend of it.

Hudson Valley Food and Wine Fest聽

Typically, the annual event takes place the weekend following Labor Day on the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in beautiful Rhinebeck, New York; however, this year,聽the Hudson Valley Food and Wine Fest聽will be virtual and free of charge. On September 12 and 13, expect cooking demos, wine seminars and great deals on wine from small wineries.

Virtual Wine Classes

Whether you’re looking to spend an afternoon learning more about your favorite vintage or to pursue a serious degree, it can now all be done online. We love the聽,聽American wine and cigar critic and former Senior Editor and European Bureau Chief of聽Wine Spectator. From a vineyard in Tuscany, Suckling teaches wine appreciation, storage, etiquette, pairings and more. For those looking for something a little more detailed, we recommend聽, now offered 100% online, including an at-home tasting. The program, led by renowned wine expert Cheryl Stanley, covers the basics of wines from the four major wine-producing regions of the United States: California, Washington, Oregon, and New York. Finally, for those looking for a career in wine or to develop a deep and nuanced understanding of the subject,聽聽now offers online classes.聽The Court’s intensive educational program guides aspiring Master Sommeliers through four increasingly rigorous levels of coursework and examination; those that succeed receive the Master Sommelier Diploma.

Tasting Clubs聽

Now is a great time to try new things from the comfort of your home and there are now many luxury subscription services for all tastes.聽聽is one of the most versatile – it has options for whiskey, bourbon, scotch, tequila, gin, rum, vodka and wine. Join聽聽Club and select from American Whiskey or World Whiskey to receive two hand-selected full-size bottles of top shelf liquors in each shipment. For wine lovers,聽 sends 9 vials (one glass each) of the season’s top wines and subscribers can order full bottles of the ones they prefer.

Kosher Wine and Spirits

For those looking to try new varieties of kosher wine, we recommend the聽. The subscription service offers various membership plans but for the most serious wine drinker, we love the聽Cellar Master聽level, which offers choice wines from the sommelier delivered monthly.聽This club also gets you first access to allocated wines and limited productions. Note that you can order聽, as well. For those looking to sip something a little stronger, consider聽, produced in partnership with the Chicago Rabbinical Council (cRc). It can sometimes be difficult to navigate what is kosher and not at the liquor store;聽 takes the guesswork out of it and lists various brands and types of alcohol that are certified kosher, covering everything from beer to whiskey to sake.

As always, we’re here to assist with all your household staffing needs during this challenging time. Both childcare and cleaning professionals are considered essential workers and we have implemented strict protocols to make sure your family is as safe as possible.聽Contact us today to learn more.

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Resources for Household Staff Returning to Work /resources-for-household-staff-returning-to-work/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=resources-for-household-staff-returning-to-work Thu, 28 May 2020 14:04:25 +0000 /?p=1202 As we continue to ease restrictions and closures, more domestic staff are able to return to work. For their safety and the continued safety of your family, please refer to the following scenarios and resources for best practices. You have been providing living accommodations for your staff to stay isolated with your family. We highly […]

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As we continue to ease restrictions and closures, more domestic staff are able to return to work. For their safety and the continued safety of your family, please refer to the following scenarios and resources for best practices.

You have been providing living accommodations for your staff to stay isolated with your family.

We highly encourage families to continue providing accommodations for their staff if they are able. This is an ideal scenario as all parties can remain safe together and your staff will be able to avoid unnecessary risk in travelling from their homes each day. If you choose to provide living accommodations for your staff, whether that is in your home or elsewhere,聽see our tips to help you and your staff adjust comfortably.

Your staff have been isolating at their home and are ready to return to work.

Some of your household staff may have been able to maintain their roles remotely this spring. Personal assistants, house managers, and other managerial workers can easily do most of their work with little direct contact with your family.

Hands-on help like housekeepers or nannies must be in your home to perform their jobs. If your domestic staff have been isolating for a set time and are not experiencing symptoms, you may elect that they return to work in your home. See the links below for more information on recommended protocols and cleaning instruction.

You need to make a change to your household staff鈥檚 pay.

This time is a perfect example of the importance of paying your staff on the books. To apply for any financial help, they will need to provide proof of employment, termination, or reduction of hours. Be flexible to work with your staff as they find and apply for support during this time.

聽specifically explores paying your nanny and has information that can be applied to all domestic staff.

The ideal scenario is to continue to pay your household workers, even if they are not coming to your home for a brief time. If you terminate or furlough your staff, they will need to find alternative sources of income and may no longer be available when stay-at-home orders are fully lifted.

You are hiring new domestic staff.

Due to our tech-savvy culture, reviewing candidates and interviewing can be done seamlessly. Once you have a candidate you鈥檇 like to hire, options for self-quarantine and isolation before their start date are available. Depending on the area in which you live and your unique situation, testing may soon be available to ensure your family and staff stay safe and healthy.

Our expert recruiters can assess your needs and recommend the best course of action for keeping your current staff or hiring during this time.聽Connect with your local office today to discuss your options and begin implementing structure.

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Celebrate at Home: How to Make Small Celebrations Special /celebrate-at-home-how-to-make-small-celebrations-special/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=celebrate-at-home-how-to-make-small-celebrations-special Wed, 27 May 2020 14:01:48 +0000 /?p=1199 Even as restrictions start to ease in many states over the coming months, this summer will be different than past summers. With most weddings, vacations, birthday parties and graduation聽ceremonies cancelled, it is more important now than ever to find new ways to host celebrations the whole family can look forward to. The team here at […]

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Even as restrictions start to ease in many states over the coming months, this summer will be different than past summers. With most weddings, vacations, birthday parties and graduation聽ceremonies cancelled, it is more important now than ever to find new ways to host celebrations the whole family can look forward to. The team here at 百花视频 has put together a list of little ways to acknowledge聽and celebrate milestones (or just Friday nights!) at home this summer.

Plan and Decorate聽

Whether your child is facing changed plans for a birthday, a graduation or another milestone, take the time to plan a special at-home celebration in advance of the big day. Plan as you would any other party – make a guest list and let virtual attendees know to save the date.聽Older children can customize and send invitations out online via聽聽(currently free due to COVID-19) or聽聽so the event still feels official. Don’t forget to decorate! We recommend聽聽for simple, fun banners, balloons, paper products and more for any type of event, from themed birthdays and Father’s Day to fun at-home movie nights.

Camp Out聽

A night in tents in the backyard or blanket forts in the living room feels extra special to children disappointed about cancelled summer camps or other outdoor plans. Younger children will love making this聽聽while older children with access to a backyard will enjoy聽. Make S’mores (on the stovetop counts!) and take turns telling spooky stories.聽The Spruce聽published this inventive list last year of聽 – perfect for an indoor camp out!

Hire a Virtual Performer

Many children’s acts have moved performances online during this time. Now you can orchestrate a virtual visit from a聽聽or a live,聽.聽Consider taking it a step further and have your child and their virtual guests dress up for the occasion; challenge children to come up with an outfit from their own closet or order something special from聽听辞谤听.

DIY Something Delicious

Your favorite restaurants might be closed but more and more are offering DIY kits to make specialty foods at home. Get the whole family involved to cook and eat together.聽聽offers a bagel making kit (complete with toppings and a fun playlist from the store!) to make the perfect brunch spread. NYC’s iconic聽聽is currently shipping pastrami sandwich kits and other specialities nationwide. Flour Shop聽now sells mixes for their exploding confetti cake, as well as cake pops online聽.

Splurge on a Sweet Treat

Many of the country’s best bakeries are now delivering all over the country.聽聽聽offers nationwide shipping on birthday cakes, cupcakes and more. Famed Portland ice cream shop聽聽(Danny Meyer’s favorite!) ships frozen pints all over the U.S. Flavors change frequently; right now we love their聽Salted, Malted, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough聽and聽Strawberry Honey Balsamic with Black Pepper.聽聽We also recommend this聽聽from the small Brooklyn shop, Baked, and, of course, we love聽.

As always, we’re here to assist with all your household staffing needs during this challenging time. Both childcare and cleaning professionals are considered essential workers and we have implemented strict protocols to make sure your family is as safe as possible.聽Contact us聽today to learn more.

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Employee Contracts for Domestic Staff /employee-contracts-for-domestic-staff/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=employee-contracts-for-domestic-staff Wed, 05 Feb 2020 12:02:41 +0000 /?p=1148 Your household staff is employed by you. Many families organise payroll and taxes through their business office or a third party service. Whether you operate with a home office, business office or third party, you must have an employer identification number, confirmation that the employee is authorized to work and all relevant tax forms completed […]

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Your household staff is employed by you. Many families organise payroll and taxes through their business office or a third party service. Whether you operate with a home office, business office or third party, you must have an employer identification number, confirmation that the employee is authorized to work and all relevant tax forms completed for each member of your staff. This includes W4 and I-9 forms.

For tax or legal guidance specific to your estate and state鈥檚 laws, please consult your financial team. For example, some states require worker鈥檚 comp to be provided for all domestic staff. Most states require detailed records of payroll and income to be kept. Setting up your hiring process the correct way will save time and money for all future hires and ensure that you avoid any legal issues in the future.

聽*This introduction is presented as a resource for staffing your home. For tax or legal guidance specific to your estate and state鈥檚 laws, please consult your financial team.

Drafting Employee Contracts for Household Staff

Once your household staff is hired, it is important to begin the relationship in the best way. Using an employee contract that is signed by all parties can eliminate miscommunication and establish clear expectations.

The nature and atmosphere of your home or estate is unique to your family and lifestyle. Some homes require formal staff with white glove service, while others operate best with a relaxed and easy-going setting. No matter the level of formality, it鈥檚 important for both you and your staff that clear boundaries are in place. Smooth running residences operate with clear and specific expectations for all staff.

The contract you will draft with your staff is simply your employment offer and all details written out and signed by all parties. Your particular household structure will determine the details of your contracts, and should include at least the following:

  • Employee鈥檚 schedule
  • General duties
  • Employee benefits (if offered)
  • Sick, holiday and vacation time
  • Salary, pay period, how they will be paid and how to report hours

Like any agreement, having the details in writing will ensure there will be no confusion or problems in the future.

How to Organize Your Household Staff

Delegating staff management to an estate manager or house manager can eliminate difficult situations between employer and employee. A qualified manager will be able to assess your staffing needs and desires, outlining the positions you need filled, and screen and hire the ideal staff for the size of the home. They will be able to address problems as they arise and lead by example. For other staff, a trustworthy manager is a great asset to communicate the wishes of the principal and set clear expectations.

A good household staff will keep your homes up to standard with little to no involvement on your part. A poorly managed or inefficient staff, however, will increase the number of tasks needing your attention. Staff that are absent, arguing, discordant, and poor performers. We encourage families to hire from the top down. Once you have a qualified estate manager or house manager in place, they will take on the stress of hiring more staff and ensure consistency and efficiency in the process.

Contact our office for personalised consulting services.

For those homes that have unique structures or needs, BAHS has a consultancy department to assess your needs and recommend the right staffing hires.

The Benefits of Working With a Staffing Agency

Because every family鈥檚 needs are different, our commitment as your domestic staffing agency is to provide expert service that saves you time, ensures all details are in order, and matches staff that compliments your home and unique needs. We believe that if both sides of the placement are beyond satisfied in their placement, the relationship will be happier, more successful and longer-lasting.

Why work with a Staffing Agency?

1. Save Time

At 百花视频, our expert team sources qualified candidates and conducts a rigorous screening and interviewing process. Through our vetting process, you won鈥檛 waste time meeting candidates that are not a good fit for your home. Reference screening and background checks are also handled by our team to ensure only the highest quality candidates meet with our families.

2. Expert Attention to Details

A placement agency acts as an abridged HR department dedicated to the success of your home. BAHS鈥檚 expert placement specialists will be able to understand your needs and help identify the traits to look for in staff. You will be supported through the entire hiring process; including advisement on salaries, benefits, schedule, and any relevant tax information in your state.

3. Third Party Perspective and Personalized Care

BAHS鈥檚 belief in matchmaking sets us apart from other staffing agencies. Our recruiters will work with you to understand your individual needs and match you with staff that can provide high quality service and care.

Contact our office to find the right staff for your home.

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How to Effectively Hire and Manage Your Domestic Staff /how-to-effectively-hire-and-manage-your-domestic-staff/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-effectively-hire-and-manage-your-domestic-staff Fri, 17 Jan 2020 11:54:51 +0000 /?p=1143 How to Effectively Hire and Manage Your Domestic Staff How can I manage an entire team of staff? Hiring a team of domestic staff to work in your home is equivalent to starting and managing a small business. Having the right structure in place from the beginning will save you time and future headaches. Many […]

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How to Effectively Hire and Manage Your Domestic Staff

How can I manage an entire team of staff?

Hiring a team of domestic staff to work in your home is equivalent to starting and managing a small business. Having the right structure in place from the beginning will save you time and future headaches. Many large homes suffer from having a revolving door of staff and unorganized systems.

If you have recently bought a large home and you need to hire and structure household staff for the residence, you should strive to hire correctly in order to have continuity and stability.

What domestic staff should I hire first?

The best first hire to make is an estate manager or house manager, depending how large your residence or estate is. If you need 6 or more full-time domestic staff, hiring an estate manager is the best option. An estate manager typically manages three or more properties easily.

If you need less staff or you predict you won鈥檛 need a full staff, hiring a personal assistant as your first hire is advisable. A good estate manager and personal assistant will have experience hiring staff and working with an agency.

There are many mistakes that can be made when first hiring staff. It is advisable to avoid mistakes at all costs so hiring a personal assistant or estate manager to do the initial recruiting and screening is key to starting off on the right foot. Butler/house managers or personal assistant house managers usually have experience working with a domestic staffing agency and hiring staff like housekeepers, chefs, chauffeurs, laundresses, nannies, Newborn Care Specialists, etc. Housekeeper/house managers are the best option for training the lower level domestic staff, for example housekeepers, laundresses, domestic couples etc.

What domestic staff should I hire after I have hired an estate manager or personal assistant?

Once you have hired a personal assistant or estate manager it is important to listen to their advice and work together to structure the remaining hiring. You know your unique needs best and a qualified manager will know how to best meet those needs.

The chef may be your most important hire or the nanny if you have children. You may like no staff in your home in the morning or only have housekeepers clean on specific days. Your schedule and salary ranges will dictate what staff you can hire. For example, if you want all of your housekeepers to finish by 3pm they will need to start around 7am. Your estate manager or personal assistant should advise you on the schedules that encourage the highest quality staff to work in your home.

See more:聽Need to rectify internal problems with domestic staff? How top-down hiring creates lasting success.

What about the legalities when hiring domestic staff?

Again, the personal assistant or estate manager should know all the legalities when it comes to contracts and hiring domestic staff. It is imperative you structure payroll and schedule correctly to avoid any legal issues moving forward.

A benefit of working with an agency like 百花视频 is having our knowledge and networks at your disposal. Our expert recruiters will be able to advise you on schedules, payments, and put you in touch with lawyers who work specifically with domestic staffing hiring structures.

Each state has different laws but unlike the UK, all US states dictate domestic staff are non-exempt, which means they are paid hourly and are given an overtime rate after a specific weekly cap. This cap and rate differs state-to-state. Certain payroll companies, like GTM, set up domestic staffing payroll legally and correctly. According to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), you must pay at least minimum wage for every hour worked and overtime for every hour over 40 worked for live-out employees.

Be sure to consult your accounting team when working out the details.

See More:聽5 Common Legal Mistakes You Want to Avoid When You Hire a Domestic Staff

What are the most important qualities to hire in domestic staff?

When considering potential hires to work in your home, these three qualities should be easily recognizable in a candidate:

  • Experience with excellent, glowing verifiable references
  • Work ethic. Check with the reference but have your estate manager structure questions specifically to test work ethic, for e.g examples of how they did more than their job description, what work-related attributes they have they are proud of.
  • Being a team player. Some domestic staff members work well alone and badly in a team. Anyone you hire must have experience working in聽 team and the reference must emphasize how well they worked with the others. One bad apple often destroys the bunch.

When you work with 百花视频, every candidate you meet will be thoroughly vetted, experienced, and knowledgeable on quality service. When you meet a potential hire for the first time, the most important thing, is to gauge their personality and temperament and compare it with your family and household.

See more:聽How to Hire the Right Domestic Staff

If you need guidance on hiring domestic staff,聽contact us to arrange a consultation.

 

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Need to rectify internal problems with domestic staff? How top-down hiring creates lasting success. /need-to-rectify-internal-problems-with-domestic-staff-how-top-down-hiring-c/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=need-to-rectify-internal-problems-with-domestic-staff-how-top-down-hiring-c Tue, 17 Dec 2019 11:48:14 +0000 /?p=1138 As your family and wealth grow, so do opportunities for problems. Instead of relaxing by you swimming pool or sipping cocktails on the terrace, your daily routine is constantly interrupted by issues with managing your home and day-to-day life. A good household staff will keep your homes up to standard with little to no involvement […]

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As your family and wealth grow, so do opportunities for problems. Instead of relaxing by you swimming pool or sipping cocktails on the terrace, your daily routine is constantly interrupted by issues with managing your home and day-to-day life.

A good household staff will keep your homes up to standard with little to no involvement on your part. A poorly managed or inefficient staff, however, will increase the number of tasks needing your attention. Staff that are absent, arguing, discordant, and poor performers.

You may have encountered housekeepers threatening to leave if nannies won鈥檛 clean the children鈥檚 rooms and nannies insisting the housekeepers should do their job. The cleaning quality is subpar and you seems to encounter messes wherever you go. The estate manager is unprepared and overwhelmed, requiring your input to put our fires and manage the staff.

There is minimal communication between the domestic staff. The nannies don鈥檛 get on and the children are unhappy with one or more of the nannies. The nanny your children love is disliked by the rest of the nanny team and most of your domestic staff. Somehow no amount of money seems to solve this problem. Your life is a nightmare that keeps getting worse. Your partner blames you for the issues. This seems to be a money pit that keeps getting deeper. You can鈥檛 leave your homes without staff or your children without nannies. You are stuck, miserable, and you have no idea how to solve these problems.

This is where 百花视频 comes in.

The best way to resolve serious or moderate domestic staff issues is to聽hire an experienced estate manager or chief of staff. We represent experienced estate managers with decades of experience running large homes and staffing structures.

The key to success, is聽that once you have the right fit, you have to give your estate manager 100% control. In order to feel comfortable handing over the reins, it is necessary to understand their management style, previous experience, and expertise. Our recruiting specialists will work with you to ensure that your hire aligns with your lifestyle and standards so that this process will appear seamless.

Remember that your home should run like a business. Corporations naturally have hiring and training procedures in place. Everyone is paid legally at market rate, employee and manager structure is automatically set into place. Process is implemented from day one. The same structure is necessary in a domestic staffing setting. Think of how Aman Resorts are managed. The聽right process and structure is the bedrock of their business model.

In many homes, hiring an estate manager is the best first step to implementing structure. For those homes that have unique structures or needs, BAHS has a consultancy department to assess your needs and recommend the right staffing hires. We will provide a true assessment of the issues, guidance on how to solve them, and will manage all training. We will also guide implementation, rewriting of household manuals, and creation of schedules. Drama is minimized, operations are implemented, and new and old hires are all trained. Our consultants will help you hire the best manager.

How can you tell who is a good estate manager? A good estate manager will be equally liked and respected by you as by the staff they oversee. They will pitch in and help clean or cook if the estate is short-staffed. They will be very direct with you and approach complex problems like micromanaging staff – which is only ever counterproductive and usually creates paranoia and staff leave because they are unhappy.

When all is done, your home will run smoothly and all issues get to you only when serious. All the daily gripes go to the estate manager and there are very few serious issues as the hires are good ones, everyone is trained, operations are tight and there is accountability within implemented processes, the same as a small business.

You can sip cocktails on your terrace, take your yacht out for two weeks knowing all the crew are cohesive, trained and solid hires, the right flowers will be on the table, your favorite smell permeates the boat, your favorite food brands are stocked. The same with your home. Every little detail is there, and the quality of care in your homes is the highest level. Cleaning is perfect, you don鈥檛 ever see the housekeepers but the home is perfectly cleaned. The nannies get on and the children are happy. This is our aim and what we do.

For a free consultation contact us today.

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How to Organize Your Second (and Third) Homes /how-to-organize-your-second-and-third-homes/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-organize-your-second-and-third-homes Wed, 04 Dec 2019 11:46:17 +0000 /?p=1136 By Anita Rogers Real estate acquisition is a useful means of investment and growth in your portfolio. However, one mistake we see UHNW and HNW individuals make is acquiring too many properties too quickly and not hiring the right domestic staff to care for those properties. The larger the property, the more complex and expensive […]

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By Anita Rogers

Real estate acquisition is a useful means of investment and growth in your portfolio. However, one mistake we see UHNW and HNW individuals make is acquiring too many properties too quickly and not hiring the right domestic staff to care for those properties. The larger the property, the more complex and expensive the maintenance.

Large properties need management and overseeing. Property management companies can oversee additional homes or rental properties. Their vast network of vendors and contractors can ensure your home is cared for while you are not in residence. If you require focused care beyond what a property management service can provide, we recommend hiring a domestic couple for each additional property.

A common domestic couple is made of a housekeeper and a houseman or maintenance man. They will oversee all of the housekeeping, laundry, cooking, groundsman duties, any plumbing or HVAC issues, and be in charge of the structure of the home. They will be well-versed in and understand unique maintenance needs dictated by the age and style of your home and its location. For example, if the property is a beach property, salt and water cause a plethora of problems for a structure and the correct maintenance is imperative to keep the value of the property.

When the family is in residence the domestic couple of this type will work many hours and keep all aspects of a busy home running. Additional staff may be hired on a temporary basis to care for the home and family as well.

A domestic couple is an excellent hire for any vacation home or large estate. They maintain the property on both a micro and macro level. The likelihood of longevity is high. They have often relocated to live on property for the job position and as they are usually a married couple, they tend to make the area and job their life.

We recommend a keeping maximum of two estates or large properties for you or your family and properly staffing them. Any additional properties should be rented to tenants who arrange their own help in the home. 聽 An estate or large property needs a hefty structure to ensure they are guest-ready and the property retains its value or increases in value.

Staffing multiple homes is a complex process.聽Contact our office to discuss your needs and explore the best option for you. We can help identify staffing needs and find the right household staff for each property. We can advise on how to keep things as simple as possible while working with the market standards in domestic staffing. Having the right care in place will eliminate future headaches and guarantee your homes are well-cared for.

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