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Central Austin Neighborhoods

Below are several of the hot neighborhoods in Central Austin. Hyde Park Developed in the 1880s as one of Austin’s first “suburbs”, Hyde Park is bounded by 38th, Guadalupe, 45th and Duval streets. This predominantly residential area is home to…

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When Is Your Child Ready for Their Own Computer? And…

So, your kid is bugging you to set up a computer in their bedroom. They’re getting good grades in school, their homework is done in a timely fashion, and their…

Fathers Influence Daughter Ambitions

Fathers Influence Daughter’s Ambitions More Than Moms Do (Sorry, Moms)

We often hear (or in this case, read) the phrase “Mother Knows Best.” But have you ever heard of a father who knows best? We’re all aware of what role…

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How To Tell If Your Child is Possessed

Every parent at some time or another has wondered, “Is my child possessed by the devil or some other evil spirit?” Those times when your normally well-behaved son or daughter…

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Do I have to give out my tax id number and/or a total to parents?

Do I have to give out my tax id number and/or a total to parents?

What’s legally required? A family child care provider writes: Can you please tell me two things? Are we required by law to submit a statement to parents with a TOTAL…

Give your Tax ID Number to Parents using Form W-10

Family child care providers are not required by law to provide parents with their identification numbers or to provide parent receipts. If the parent left your program in 2021, you…

Child Care Providers and other Sole Proprietors: Get an EIN

Protect the privacy of your social security number Self-employed business owners need an Employer Identification Number (EIN) if they have employees. Daycare providers, with or without employees, have another reason…

How does a nanny file her taxes without a W-2 or 1099?

Nanny – 1099 vs W2? A nanny in Texas writes: I was babysitting in the children’s home for 16 weeks and got paid $4,100. I have asked the mother for…

What To Ask Nannies At Interviews

How to Choose the Right Nanny Finding the right nanny for your family requires patience and perseverance.  Remember that one of the most important factors in choosing a nanny is…