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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.
Dream home – How to create your own
Do you ever spend time wondering about your dream home? You may not even be a homeowner yet. However, if you have a property and you want to adapt, perhaps to make changes to take a moment to plan. Look…
Precious home mementos: 4 Ways to preserve them
Living in a home often means we gather many souvenirs and photographs that evoke dear memories. As a homeowner you might well find that you simply gather as much stuff as you have space. Often the precious home mementos get…
First time home-buyer – How to get a loan
You may always have dreamed of becoming a homeowner, and now the moment is nearly here. You have found a property you want, you’ve been saving for years and you’re ready to settle down. How do you get the home…
Choosing flooring for home – Things to consider
On buying a property or when you are redecorating you may well find yourself choosing flooring for home in a rush. Take your time and think about all the permutations of use. In this article we offer homeowners an opportunity…
How to save on electricity bills each and every month!
If you are like me and every other homeowner we simply dread the monthly bills. None more so than the monthly electricity bill, especially in winter. So to help you and I plan and manage our finances, read on to…
Decorate a home with flowers – 6 Wonderful ideas
Many homeowners today love the idea of brining the outdoors inside, whether you live in a house or apartment. To decorate a home with flowers is one way to do just that. You might decide simply to present freshly cut…
Practical home renovations to make you smile
Everyone wants to live in a home that will make them happier. Nobody wants to come home and be upset because their home environment doesn’t suit them. Sure, plenty of people see life beyond their home, but a home provides…
Excluding wildlife from the home – What are the benefits?
We are all keen to support and embrace wildlife today. And many of us remain ignorant of the difference between supporting wildlife in the wild, and welcoming them into our homes. It is important to remember that they are wild,…
Revamp a property – Without breaking the bank
Sometimes as a homeowner you just feel it’s time to have a refresh. Whether you need a new décor or some refurbishment you’ll just know when it’s time. And once you feel your property no longer lives up to your…