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How to encourage a response from house sitters to your homeowner ad

We often get asked, what can I do to get a better response to my ad? Here are the best ways you can ‘sell’ your ad to attract the best response from sitters.

 
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The importance of leaving your house sitter a review

With the help of reviews left by other home owners, you can embark on your trip knowing that you’ve connected with your perfect sitter for you. So, why are reviews so important?

 
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The 5 most important things to include in your house sitting job ad

The easiest way to find a house or pet sitter is by placing a free house sitting ad on our site. Here’s our guide for the most important information to include in your ad.

 
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What's the best way to find the right sitter for you?

House sitting works best when you match with the right house sitter for your specific house and pet care needs. So how can you attract the right house sitter quickly and efficiently?

 
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Good communication - the key to house sitting success

As the saying goes, preparation makes perfect. Here are some tips to ensure great communication with your sitter before, during and after your trip away from home.

 
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Preparing your home for your house sitter's arrival

In some cases, you may have little to do before you can hand over the house over however, there are usually a few things needed to ready your home, garden and pets before your sitter’s arrival.

 
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Who pays what - a guide for home owners

House sitting has grown to become a globally established form of caring for homes and pets, and depending on where you’re based, there are different expectations for whether or not house sitters are paid.

 
 
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The past 5 years have been the best of our lives - meeting fabulous people and caring for their gorgeous pets. Joining Aussie House Sitters was the best thing we ever did and we thank you and your team for the very user-friendly website. We wish you all continuing success. Bill and Polly

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