v Explain why you want to house sit and mention your qualifications.
v Tell them about other assignments that you have had before.
v Give some references. Your references should be prepared to say how long
have they known you and if whether they would leave you their home to
sit.
v Tell a little about yourself.
v Mention your experiences with pets and plants.
v Establish your disposition to leave a security deposit if needed, and to sign
an agreement including the expectations of the assignment.
v Be prepared for a telephone interview.
v Discuss in detail what the homeowner expects and if you can meet the
expectations.
v Take your time and follow your intuition.
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v Tell them about other assignments that you have had before.
v Give some references. Your references should be prepared to say how long
have they known you and if whether they would leave you their home to
sit.
v Tell a little about yourself.
v Mention your experiences with pets and plants.
v Establish your disposition to leave a security deposit if needed, and to sign
an agreement including the expectations of the assignment.
v Be prepared for a telephone interview.
v Discuss in detail what the homeowner expects and if you can meet the
expectations.
v Take your time and follow your intuition.
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Many homeowners do not advertise their assignments; they prefer to search the database and contact the house sitter of their choice.
These are the affairs that you have to cover when contacting an owner:
Search in our database for assignments. Once you have located candidates that meet your expectations, contact them via email. Send a clear and concise message to the homeowner.
v Ask if they still need a sitter and tell them when are you available.
