I am a MindMyHouse member since the start in 2008. As a sitter I have done many assignments all over the world in the past without any problems and made many new friends while taking care of their home and pets.I have read some of positive but also negative reviews and would like to express my opinion about MMH.The membership fee of $20 a year is very reasonable compared to other similar communities. The chances of getting a reply from a house owner is mostly dependent on your own actions, the skills you can bring to the table and references. You have to be quick to respond; make sure you have the e-mail alert activated and read them everyday. In case of interest, start writing immediately. Make your interest letter as inviting as possible; keep some template letters in your draft-file, but make sure you put in some up to date personal information and reason of interest.Think of what the house owner wants to hear, what he/she is looking for and how you would take care of these expectations. Make your skills a very important part of your e-mail! You have to stand out from the crowd!! To my experience, a very short and quick response in which you refer to your MMH profile, does NOT work!!! My professional dog breeding/training skills and experience with horses have been the greatest asset in getting a positive reply. So, if you have similar skills, use them. It is also very important to mention your references.Finally, try to read between the lines while going through the adverts;is the house owner looking for a free cleaner/gardener/dogwalker/contractor or does he/she realize that MMH is a community that should work equally for both sides.
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