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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.

House Sitters and Beds: Necessity or Luxury?
If you are planning a holiday and are planning a housesitter to keep everything secure, you may be in a quandary. You may be asking yourself how to prepare for the housesitter. Will the trusted housesitter need a bed? If…

New puppy? How to get a home ready
If you are keen to get a new dog, and more especially a puppy read this blog. You need to prepare in more detail for a new puppy. Experienced pet owners know the critical steps that need to be taken…

Expensive home upgrades that pay off
If you own a property then you understand the responsibility of maintenance. However, not every homeowner fully understands the opportunities in selected and timely expensive home upgrades. Read on to learn about how some upgrades can really pay off in…

Keep valuables safe while on holiday
So, you’re finally taking that long-awaited vacation. Congratulations! But before you start packing your bags, there’s one important task you need to take care of. Make sure you keep valuables safe while you’re away. Whether you are wondering where to…

What every dog deserves to have
Whether you have a new puppy or a senior companion caring for them and giving them what every dog deserves makes us happy. We all love our dogs. Some of us petowners are even passionate about our canine pets and…

5 Priority home spaces to upgrade
Sometimes it doesn’t matter how careful we are in managing our homes. Even if we give our properties regular attention, there are elements that will need an upgrade from time to time. We have all lived in rented properties. And…

How to spruce up a property for a fun update
If you have been living in your home for a while, the space, the walls, the furniture can all become invisible to you. Every homeowner feels that from time to time. What’s the answer? You need to try and make…

Create a beautiful garden oasis – Here’s how
Many homeowners love the idea of an outdoor space to enjoy in the warmer months. Building a garden space takes time and effort. Here are some great ideas on how to create a beautiful garden oasis without it costing the…

4 Tips for first time buyers
Are you dreaming of buying your first home? Becoming a homeowner has many advantages, not paying rent and independence being major benefits. However, as first time buyers there can be some major pit falls. Here are some top tips to…

