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BYOC™ — Bring Your Own Candidate
Hello Nanny! — Hiring Support Services

Already Found
Your Person?

You did the hard part — finding someone you trust. Now let us handle the rest. Hello Nanny! provides à la carte agency support so you can hire with confidence, stay compliant, and set your new hire up for long-term success.

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Free to join — pay only for what you need
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Legally compliant hiring process
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WBENC-certified agency
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Your candidate — our expertise
Why it matters
Finding someone is just the beginning.
Hiring a household employee comes with legal obligations most families don't know about. We help you get it right — protecting you, your family, and your new hire.
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Stay legally compliant

Household employees must be hired as W-2 workers by law. We make sure your paperwork, payroll, and agreements are structured correctly from day one.

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Protect your family

A background check and verified references give you confidence that the person entering your home is exactly who they say they are.

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Set clear expectations

A professionally drafted work agreement protects both parties and reduces the risk of miscommunication, disputes, and early turnover.

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Set your hire up for success

Proper onboarding guidance and resources help your new hire transition smoothly into your home — improving retention from the very first day.

À la carte services
Pick exactly what you need.
No bundles, no minimums. Add the services that make sense for your situation and your budget.
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Background Check Screening
Comprehensive criminal, identity, and driving record checks run through a certified screening provider — so you know exactly who you're bringing into your home.
Background check screenings are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). We collect all required written authorization and disclosure acknowledgments directly from your candidate before any screening is initiated. The completed report is shared with you as the hiring decision-maker.
Most requested
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Reference Check Services
We contact your candidate's professional references directly, ask the right questions, and deliver a written summary so you can make a fully informed decision.
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Work Agreement Guidance
A professionally structured work agreement that clearly outlines duties, schedule, compensation, PTO, and expectations — protecting both you and your new hire.
Hello Nanny! provides customizable work agreement templates and guidance. We are not attorneys and do not provide legal advice. Should you wish to have your agreement reviewed by a licensed employment attorney, we are happy to refer you to our preferred employment law firm.
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Payroll Setup
Legal W-2 payroll setup through our trusted household payroll partner — handling taxes, withholdings, and compliance so you never have to worry about it.
Hello Nanny! is not an Employer of Record (EOR). Your household employee is employed directly by you. We facilitate payroll setup and connect you with a trusted payroll provider — you remain the legal employer and are responsible for all employer obligations.
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Vetting Item Collection
We gather and organize all the documents and information needed from your candidate — ID verification, work authorization, certifications, and more.
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Second Opinion Interview
One of our experienced recruiters interviews your candidate and provides an honest, professional assessment — giving you an expert second opinion before you commit.
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Onboarding Guidance & Resources
A curated onboarding package including a welcome guide, household expectations template, communication best practices, and resources to help your new hire thrive from day one. Strong onboarding is the single biggest predictor of long-term retention.
Best for retention
The process
Simple. Fast. Stress-free.
Three steps from form submission to hiring with confidence.
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Tell us about your candidate

Fill out the form below with your contact information and details about the candidate you've identified. Let us know which services you're interested in — there's no obligation at this stage.

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We reach out within 1 business day

A member of our team will contact you to confirm your service selections, explain the process and pricing, and get everything set in motion. You only pay for what you choose.

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Hire with confidence

We handle the vetting, paperwork, and compliance. You get a professionally supported hire — legally structured, properly documented, and set up for long-term success in your home.

Your candidate. Our expertise.
The best of both.

BYOC™ exists because we know great candidates come from everywhere — word of mouth, community networks, personal connections. You shouldn't have to pay a placement fee for someone you already found. You should just get the support to hire them right.

Free to join No placement fees Pay only for what you need WBENC-certified agency Legal compliance included
Common questions
What families ask about BYOC™
What exactly is BYOC™?+
BYOC™ — Bring Your Own Candidate — is Hello Nanny!'s à la carte support service for families who have already identified the person they want to hire. Instead of paying a placement fee, you come to us with your candidate and we provide the agency services you need to complete the hire properly and legally.
Is BYOC™ really free?+
Joining BYOC™ is free — there is no enrollment fee, no retainer, and no placement fee. You only pay for the individual services you select, such as a background check, reference checks, work agreement, or payroll setup. Our team will walk you through pricing when we follow up after your submission.
Does my candidate need to know I'm submitting their information?+
Yes — your candidate should be aware that you are engaging Hello Nanny! for agency support services, particularly for background checks and reference checks, which require their consent. Our team will guide you on how to communicate this to your candidate appropriately.
Do I have to use all the services?+
Not at all. BYOC™ is completely à la carte. Some families only need a background check. Others want the full package — vetting, work agreement, payroll setup, and onboarding. You choose exactly what makes sense for your situation, and you only pay for what you select.
What does W-2 employment mean and why does it matter?+
By law, household employees in the United States must be hired as W-2 employees — not independent contractors. This means withholding taxes, complying with employment laws, and handling payroll correctly. Families who hire above board see significantly lower turnover and stronger long-term retention. We work with a trusted household payroll partner to make compliance simple. Hello Nanny! is also working alongside the Workforce Infrastructure Institute (workforceinfrastructureinstitute.org) to advocate for legislative reform that would reclassify childcare as an operational expense — so families can fund household payroll with pre-tax dollars in the future.
How long does the process take?+
Our team will contact you within 1 business day of your submission. From there, timelines depend on which services you select. Background checks typically take 3–5 business days. Reference checks 2–3 business days. Work agreements can be turned around within 1–2 business days. We will give you a clear timeline when we connect.
Ready to get started?
Tell us about your candidate.
Submit Your BYOC™ Inquiry
Fill out the form below and our team will follow up within 1 business day to confirm your service selections and next steps.
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Free to Join — No Placement Fee BYOC™ has no enrollment or placement fee. You pay only for the individual services you choose. Our team will walk you through all pricing when we follow up.
Important Disclosures

Work Agreements: Hello Nanny! provides customizable work agreement templates and guidance. We are not attorneys and do not provide legal advice. If you wish to have your agreement reviewed by a licensed employment attorney, we can refer you to our preferred employment law firm.

Background Checks: All background check screenings are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). Written authorization and required disclosures are collected directly from your candidate before any screening begins. Reports are shared with you as the hiring decision-maker.

Employer of Record: Hello Nanny! is not an Employer of Record (EOR). Your household employee is employed directly by you. You remain the legal employer and are responsible for all associated employer obligations.

🔒 Your information and your candidate's information are kept strictly confidential.
Hello Nanny! will never contact your candidate without your knowledge and consent.