How to Become a House Sitter

House sitting is a burgeoning industry that is very attractive to people who welcome new opportunities to meet people, enjoy free accommodation in new surroundings, save money on holidays, and even enjoy more time in the company of domestic animals. A professional house sitter offers the homeowner the flexibility and ease of mind to leave their home and beloved pets in the care of a responsible person during both short- and long-term absences.

Instructions

1. Know your commitment level. You need to carefully consider your personal requirements and expectations. You will be entrusted with the care of a person's most valuable asset.

2. Determine what your capabilities are. The homeowner may ask you to accept total responsibility for caring for the home, pets and yard.

3. Imagine leaving your own home and possibly your pets in the care of a house sitter. Determine what types of tasks and errands need to be done on a daily, weekly or monthly basis. Make a list of anything that you can think of and condense it into categories. You will then be able to determine your strengths and weaknesses.

4. Promote your house sitting with business cards, fliers, press releases or a website. In an increasingly online and global world, your information will be found much more efficiently if you have a website or blog. And of course the best way to get new business is always referrals from happy clients.

5. Protect your business by becoming licensed, bonded and insured.