BAHS Featured in The Independent on the Rise of the Modern Household Team
British American Household Staffing is proud to be featured in The Independent, exploring how high-earning families are increasingly building specialized household teams to manage the complexity of modern family life.
In the article, “$250,000 in staff, name consults and luxury potty training: These parents run their homes like corporations,” The Independent examines how affluent families are applying the same level of structure, delegation and operational planning to their homes that they would bring to a business.
Founder and CEO Anita Rogers shares insight into the growing demand for clearly defined household roles and the shift away from expecting one person to manage every need. From rotational nannies and Newborn Care Specialists to household managers, executive personal assistants, private chefs and chauffeurs, today’s families are increasingly investing in specialized professionals who can work together as a coordinated team.
As Anita explains in the piece, many larger households now operate much like privately run organizations. Household managers may oversee staff, budgets, vendors and multiple properties, while family assistants coordinate travel, school schedules and the family’s day-to-day logistics. This structure allows each team member to focus on their area of expertise while creating a more seamless experience for the family.
The feature also highlights the significant investment involved in building and maintaining a fully staffed household. Annual payroll can exceed $1 million before benefits and employment expenses, with staffing budgets for larger estates reaching several million dollars each year. BAHS supports families through this process by advising on competitive compensation, schedules, benefits, compliance and the rigorous vetting required to find the right long-term fit.
Most importantly, the article reinforces that professional household support is not about outsourcing parenthood. It is about reducing the domestic and logistical workload so parents can be more present with their children and spend their time where it matters most.
With placements across the United States, United Kingdom, Europe and the Middle East, BAHS continues to help families build thoughtful, high-performing household teams designed around their unique needs, priorities and lifestyles.
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