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House Sitting

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lifestyle1 year ago

"Saving Thousands on Rent: The Rise of Homeless House-Sitters"

A growing number of people in their 30s are opting for a nomadic lifestyle by becoming full-time house-sitters, saving thousands of pounds on rent and utilities. By using websites like Trusted Housesitters, they roam the country, staying in strangers' homes and caring for their pets while building up savings for a future home. The rise of remote working during the pandemic has made full-time house-sitting more viable, and the surge in pet ownership has increased the demand for house-sitters. While this lifestyle has its downsides, such as feeling homeless and living out of a suitcase, many find it enjoyable and financially rewarding, with some estimating savings of up to £60,000.

lifestyle1 year ago

"Opting for Homelessness: From a 10-Bedroom Oxford Mansion to Life on the Streets"

A growing number of people in their 30s are choosing a nomadic lifestyle, living in other people's homes and saving tens of thousands of pounds by house-sitting and caring for pets while building up savings for a future home. The rise of remote working during the pandemic has made full-time house-sitting more viable, while the surge in pet ownership during lockdown has meant there are more pets that need looking after while their owners go on holiday. Despite the savings, there are downsides to living in other people’s homes, but many find the experience rewarding and plan to continue house-sitting for the foreseeable future.