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Welcome to the HouseSit Match Blog
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.
Decorating style for a guest bedroom
Many new homeowners worry about having guests to stay. Usually it is because they haven’t yet decided on the best decorating style for a guest bedroom in their new home. Then there is the small matter of putting those ideas…
How to sell a property quickly
If you own property you will likely need to sell up from time to time. Whether you are moving house or you want to capitalise on good market values here are some top tips for homeowners on how to sell…
Top home improvements to consider
If you have every owned a property you know that it is important to constantly find ways to increase value. Consider all the top home improvements you dream of. And as a homeowner on a budget what are the most…
Homesitting in London – Visit London on a shoestring!
“My first international housesit was in London for six weeks – during the 2012 Olympics”, writes Kelly Hayes-Raitt in her latest blog for Housesit Match. In this blog entry, Hayes-Raitt gives you some tips on what to do while homesitting…
Top housewarming gifts for a new home
If you are visiting a new homeowner or someone who has just moved house, plan housewarming gifts carefully. Whether the home is their first living space or they have more space to play with, think about their needs. Here are…
How to deep clean a home – 8 Top tips
Most homeowners will deep clean a home on a regular basis. This is especially important if you are a pet owner. If, however, this is something you need help with read on to learn our 8 top tips on cleaning…
Cute small dogs as family pets
If you are looking to adopt a dog as a family pet read on. Many petowners with children prefer to start with child friendly, cute small dogs as their first family pets. Here are the 8 cutest dogs we love…
Bathroom renovation cost estimates
Bathrooms need to be renovated on a periodic basis to maintain health and cleanliness standards. As a homeowner you may also want to update the look and feel by adding a new décor. But how do you think about bathroom…
Train your dog – Choose the right food
When you bring a new dog or puppy home you as the petowner know it’s a big responsibility. And every aspect matters, especially in these early stages. Choosing the right food can actually help to train your dog. Here’s how.…