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Advice for housesitters

 These "Grey Nomads" enjoy their trip, secure in the knowledge that their 
  house is being looked after by a mature, responsible SeniorSitters 
  Housesitter  (Click on picture for larger image)

Housesitters should include relevant and positive information. List your housesitting experience, affinity with animals (if applicable), home ownership and maintenance experience, and so on. 

In other words, whatever will make an owner confident that you are mature and responsible and will care for the property entrusted to you. If you have references available, say so. But make sure you have the prior approval of those whose names you give as referees.

When you see an Opportunity that suits you, don’t waste any time. Have a standard introduction prepared – with the sort of information outlined above. And if the owner has specific requirements, such as pet care for example, provide additional information on your experience in this area.

Always remember, you are in a competitive environment, and others will be interested in the same opportunities as you. So be prepared with a standard response, so that you can get it off quickly, as soon as you are aware of an opportunity becoming available.

Put another way, it definitely pays to be First Cab off the Rank!