Hi Reader

One thing I’ve noticed in our Facebook group lately is that although things are a little quieter than peak season, house sits are still popping up.

And that’s important because a lot of people assume that by mid-June they’ve missed their chance for summer travel.

In reality, many homeowners are only just finalising plans for July and August.

Travel dates change. Family plans shift. Work trips come up unexpectedly. Pets still need care.

So if you’d like to house sit this summer, don’t assume it’s too late.

Here are five things we’d focus on this week:

1. Refresh your profile ​
   Update your profile photo, introduction and availability. A profile that’s clearly active tends to get more attention than one that hasn’t been touched for months.
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2. Apply faster
   Many homeowners receive applications quickly. If you see a sit that genuinely suits you, don’t spend days overthinking it.
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3. Be flexible on location
   You might have your heart set on Tuscany or Cornwall, but sometimes the best opportunities come from being open-minded.
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4. Keep an eye on Facebook groups ​
   Last-minute opportunities often appear in community groups before they make it onto the larger platforms. There's three great ones that just popped up on our Group in the past couple of days!
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5. Improve your communication ​
   A friendly, clear message often stands out more than a long application. Homeowners want to feel confident you’ll be easy to communicate with. Tip: don't be afraid to test ai to edit your outreach - prompt Claude or ChatGPT to "check for clarity and friendliness".

And on the topic of communication…

One of the biggest reasons sits go wrong isn’t the pets, the property or the travel arrangements.

It’s unclear expectations.

That’s why we’ve created a brand-new FREE resource:

🌟The Safe and Secure Pre-House-Sit Clarity Guide🌟

It’s a practical conversation checklist for both homeowners and sitters, covering the questions worth discussing before a sit begins so everyone feels clear, confident and prepared.

​Download your FREE copy (PDF eGuide) here.

Whether you’re new to house sitting or you’ve done dozens of sits, a better conversation upfront can make all the difference.

Wimbledon Week

From Wimbledon Station to Wimbledon Village & The Championships

Ok ok, we know we're still deep in World Cup fever ⚽ But having lived in Wimbledon ourselves, and now we're still not too far away, it's always fun revisiting one of London's most iconic neighbourhoods at this time of year.

Coming up in a week or so, get ready for strawberries and cream, Pimms in the park and tennis!

In this week's video, we walk from Wimbledon Station through charming Wimbledon Village and towards the world-famous tennis grounds, sharing one of the best routes for visitors wanting to experience the atmosphere of The Championships.

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If you're planning a trip to London this summer, heading to Wimbledon, or simply enjoy exploring new places on foot, we hope you enjoy this one.

This Week's Remote Jobs

Here are 7 newly advertised part-time or contract remote creative, comms and education roles you can do from anywhere:

– Contract Copywriter – Remote
A great opportunity for experienced writers creating content across multiple brands and campaigns.

– Public Health Communications & Evaluation Consultant – Remote
Ideal for communications professionals looking to combine research, strategy and public impact.

– Editorial Content Lead – Remote
A strong leadership role for content specialists managing editorial strategy and content quality.

– Linguist – Icelandic – Remote
Perfect for language professionals working across technical, marketing and product content.

– Social Media Strategist – Remote
A flexible role for marketers focused on audience growth, engagement and content planning.

– Wholesale Mortgage Marketing Specialist – Remote
Ideal for marketers with strengths in email campaigns, social media and lead generation.

– Personal Assistant – Content, Branding & Systems – Remote
A varied role combining organisation, content support and business operations.

That's it for this week. Happy travels, Sarah & Cooper :)

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The Residence, Wimbledon, England SW19
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