Fees and Terms
At Househeld, we provide highly personalized domestic staffing solutions with a focus on discretion, precision, and lasting success. Our fee structure reflects the care, time, and expertise invested in each search, resulting in an unparalleled experience for both clients and candidates.
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A non-refundable retainer of $5,000 is required to initiate each search. This retainer secures your engagement with Househeld and covers the initial stages of our bespoke search process, including a comprehensive consultation to assess your household’s unique needs, a strategic sourcing plan, and candidate outreach and vetting. The retainer is valid for six months and will be fully applied toward the final placement fee upon successful hire.
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The placement fee for permanent domestic placements is 20% of the candidate’s gross annualized compensation.
Please note: This rate applies to placements within the continental United States. For searches outside of this region, we invite you to contact us directly for customized terms and fee structures.
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For temporary assignments, Househeld charges 30% of the candidate’s total gross compensation for the duration of the engagement.
Please note: This rate applies to placements within the continental United States. For searches outside of this region, we invite you to contact us directly for customized terms and fee structures.
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We stand behind every placement. Househeld offers a 90-day complimentary replacement period for permanent placements should the candidate leave or be terminated within the first three months of employment.
The fee information on this page is intended as a summary only, and the full terms of your engagement of Househeld will be as set forth in the fee agreement between you and Househeld to be executed prior to any engagement. If there are any discrepancies between your fee agreement and the terms on this page, the terms in the fee agreement will prevail.