What You Should Do First

Get a jump start on your house-sitting journey with these resources.

Step 1:

Pick a Platform

Sign Up For a House Sitting Platform

Trusted House Sitter is the platform we use to find all our house-sitting assignments.

After 40+ house sits in 15 countries, it’s our go-to! Plus, they cover you for insurance

If you want 25% off your membership, click the button below, and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout

Start Finding Assignments

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Step 2:

Build References

Building References for Beginners

Want to know the number one thing you need for house-sitting? 

References

Just like a job, to land house sits you need references! 

But what if you’re starting out and don’t have ANY? 

Below are some tips for building your references

1. Have you house-sat for friends or family?
   If you have, ask them for a written reference.
   
2. Use Airbnb?
   Take a screenshot of your reviews and create a house-sitting CV on a Google or Canva document you can send with your applications.
   
3. Have you done any dog walking?
   
4. Have you done any charity work or community group work?
   
5. Have you owned pets in the past? Add that to your house-sitting CV

What is House Sitting?

Not sure what house sitting is?  House sitting is caring for someone’s home and/ or pets while they are away. Sometimes there might be plants to water and mail to bring in. 


The homeowners have peace of mind knowing that their home is being looked after. They also know they are being well cared for if they have animals. 


The house sitters get free accommodation and the wonderful opportunity to live in different locations worldwide.


It’s a win/win situation! For both the homeowner and house sitter!


So, if you want free accommodation and the opportunity to live in incredible homes worldwide, read on!

Your Next Step 

If you have any questions, you can email us contact@thetravellinghousesitters.com