House Sitting as an extra income
tourist4ever
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I am trying to come up with a few ways to earn extra income and one that came across was house sitting.
I noticed quite many adds say you need to actually live in the house but what about spending a few hours (get mail, feed pets etc.) as I am working full time and wouldn't mind spending 5-10 hours per week doing something extra if there is something in the neighbourhood.
I would like to know if someone has any experience in this and could possibly tell me how much you can earn by doing this?
I noticed quite many adds say you need to actually live in the house but what about spending a few hours (get mail, feed pets etc.) as I am working full time and wouldn't mind spending 5-10 hours per week doing something extra if there is something in the neighbourhood.
I would like to know if someone has any experience in this and could possibly tell me how much you can earn by doing this?
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It all depends on the client. Some want you to live there because they want the reassurance of you being there all the time. I have done lots of jobs however, where I just went in to feed pets, or pick up post, water plants and just generally check that a pipe hadn't burst etc. Rates are purely down to the client and your agreement. I am sure rates are better if you can prove you have experience, or provide references. If you are going to live in a property, you will need excellent references. The clients need to know they are not taking on a squatter, or someone who will steal, or not do anything they have been asked to do, or have wild parties etc etc. I wouldn't expect to earn a great deal from it, after all- you're not doing much- other than being a presence. It's hardly skilled work, but if you can get in with rich clients- then you will often find the pay is much better!Minimalist
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