*In order to find sitting ‘cost effective’ you do need to be a prudent spender. The belief that you will save money whilst sitting comes from the assumption that you would otherwise be paying rent to live somewhere instead. Factoring in additional financial impacts however may lead you to realise that sitting might not save as much money as you expect. See my ‘Finances for a Professional House Sitter’ notes here.

**Stress is a relative term in my books. As someone who tends to operate with a certain level of stress in my life, I say this from a place of love. Looking after other people’s possessions is stressful. Looking after other people’s beloved living pets and family members, is next level. Be prepared to worry more in someone else’s home than you do in your own.

For information on how to start selecting and applying for sits, see here.

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