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

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After 40+ house sits in 15 countries its our go to! 

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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 your 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 doc or Canva doc 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 get the peace of mind that their home is being looked after. If they have animals, they also know they are being well cared for. 


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


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 around the world read on!

What to Read Next

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Learn About House Sitting Etiquette

Find Out How to Get Free Rent In Exchange For House Sitting

Learn How To Make Money While Traveling

See The Benefits Of House Sitting

Learn How to Get House Sitting Jobs

Where We Have House Sat

You CAN TOO!

Frequently Asked Questions

Your Next Step 

1. Make sure you read the guide on how to get into house sitting first

2. Then pick your house sitting site and you’re on your way!

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