If you’re willing to watch someone’s home — and maybe feed the pets, water the plants and take out the garbage — become a housesitter. Tap your personal network for referrals or try out HouseSitter.com, which connects homeowners with housesitters. People often make $25 to $45 a day, according to the company’s website.

Total time: Depends on your market demand. Setup: Minutes — or more if you try to drum up business by referrals. How easy to start: That can depend on the need in your area. Age threshold: Varies by site. Payment speed: At the end of a gig.

Need to know
  • You can create a profile on HouseSitter.com in a matter of minutes, though it may take time to secure your first housesitting gig.

  • You typically get paid by the homeowner when you complete your gig.

Requirements
  • Most sites have an age requirement

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