One of the biggest benefits of house sitting are the savings you can make by not having to pay rent or a mortgage. If you're fortunate enough to have on-going house sitting assignments sitters have the potential to save thousands of dollars per year. Many sitters also use house sitting as a way to save money for short term holiday getaways or when traveling, by receiving free accommodation while on the road. House sitting is also a great way to explore new areas for free, especially if you are trying to decide where you want to buy or rent.