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Our blogs are stories shared by our housesitting team, and members who have benefited from the affordable travel, home and pet care made possible through our membership network. We hope you enjoy the blogs. Please take a moment to leave your feedback.
Before Buying an Apartment in Dubai
Many of us dream of being a homeowner in another country. And increasingly an apartment in Dubai has become an attractive investment. However, before you commit any money or time to such an investment do your research and take preparatory…
Honeymoon on a Budget: Housesitting
Planning a wedding soon? Need to consider a honeymoon on a budget because costs are mounting? Being a housesitting couple has many advantages and can save you a significant amount of money for your special trip after your wedding and…
Housesitter Over The Holidays Top Tips
If, like me, you worry about what to leave the housesitter over the holidays, remember the golden rule: make it warm and cozy. Whether they celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Diwali, or nothing at all, it’s their holiday too. What to Leave…
Garden Care? What Size Battery Chainsaw
Many homeowners take on garden care with enthusiasm, but need more knowledge. What size chainsaw battery will you need for example if you are attacking fallen mature trees or simple tree surgery to maintain your property safely? In this article…
Top Signs Your Dogs Joints Are Hurting
Pet owners of aging dogs are mindful of health issues, but how do you tell when your dogs joints are hurting? There are some top signs you can look for whether your dog is young or old to detect joint…
The Logistics of Moving Abroad: Top Tip
If like some homeowners around the world you find yourself wrestling with the logistics of moving abroad read on. In this article we offer a number of steps and top tips to help this major move more manageable and the…
Top Dumpster Tips for Landlords
As many landlords and homeowners know dumpsters are a useful tool to have to manage tenant turnovers and clear-outs. In this article we offer some top tips on how to use dumpsters to manage tenant changes. Read on to learn…
Housesitting in Northumberland: A Local Guide
While I have visited and been housesitting in Northumberland on several occasions, I am constantly charmed by the experiences I have enjoyed on each and every housesit or visit. In this article I offer a list of just a few…
Before Installing a New Garage Door
As most experienced homeowners know before installing a new garage door you need to do some research and to prepare the installation space with care. This can also have specific requirements for your property depending on where your place is…