Sometimes House Sitting also means Making Peace with the Domestic Cat

I am animal person, this is always useful when house sitting for someone else, and it can give the added bonus of letting the house owner leave their pet at home rather than making often costly arrangements elsewhere. Having said … Continue reading

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How to Find the Best House Sitters

House sitting is the practice of letting someone assume the role of the house owner while the true owner is away for a period of time. While this sounds reasonable enough, it could become a big job to sort out. … Continue reading

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Start Off Right With a Good House Sitter’s Profile

When you’re looking for work as a house sitter, get off on the right foot with a good profile. A homeowner has a deep, personal attachment to a home so that getting a house sitter is more than just hiring … Continue reading

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Cash vs. Credit: What’s The Best Way To Pay a House Sitter?

As you’ve probably noticed from browsing Mindahome, most of the time there is no money exchanged between the sitter and homeowner. Rather, the sitter is offering their service for free, in exchange for a free place to stay. It’s a … Continue reading

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Why Having a Stranger House Sit Is No Bad Thing

I think if I could pinpoint the greatest concern of most owners when considering having a house sitter stay at your home while you were away, it’d be the fact you don’t know who they are. So many questions can … Continue reading

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House Sitting for Retirees Is a Win-Win Situation

For many people retirement means they now have the time to visit those interesting places they’ve heard about. It’s the chance to see and experience life around the country just like they’ve always wanted but were to busy to get … Continue reading

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House Sitting Makes Your Vacation Possible

Who doesn’t dream of going on a vacation and taking a much-needed break from life’s daily grind? Unfortunately, reality in the form of pets, utility bills, gardens and home security often gets in the way. Nowadays, there’s a ready solution … Continue reading

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