Name : Sally

Email Address : wpsally@gmail.com

What kind of Business do you run? House/Pet Sitting Business

When did you start it? Recently

Why did you start it? Husband & I recently retired, yet did not want to stop working entirely so thought a home-based business would be the answer.

What was your inspiration? After much research, we were inspired about this type of service that is perfect for retired couples!

How much capital in terms of resources did you invest to start up your business? $700.00

Do you have a website for your business? If yes please provide it
www.house-sittingplus.com

Who are your main customers? What demographic are they mostly from? Home and Pet owners are our main customers. We mainly serve locally and surrounding communities.

What do you feel are the basic goals that a business such as yours should reach in
the first year? Of course, extra income is a plus but \"Trust\" is our main goal that we would want clients to feel about us.

For anyone who wishes to start their own WAH business in the same industry as yours
what are your top 3 advice tips? Being a non-smoker is #1. Being reliable #2. Love pets and being friendly #3.

Has this business venture allowed you to spend more time or less time with your
family? Well, because we are a retired couple the business allows us to work both together
and separate...so we feel we have the best of both worlds!

What are the top three marketing strategies that you employed to achieve success for
your business? A website was a big success. Displayed brochures throughout the local retail shops and advertized on our vehcile.

What goals are next for your business? Acquiring so many clients that we will need to hire employees.

Where do you see your business in another 10 years? For a retired couple, ten years is a long time!

Name the top 3 products and/or services your business provides and their respective
benefits to the customer/consumer Reasonable rates. Honest & Trustworthly. Dependable.

Has your business been recognized in any way by the media or any awards
organization? If so please state how you were chosen and what kind of recognition
your business has achieved. No, not a yet!

How many times a year do you offer special discounts on your products or services?
When? One time during the months of February through May. But ALWYAS a discount for
Seniors!

Share with us two positive feedback comments your customers have said about your
product/and or service. Our rates and dependability are the two great feedbacks that we always receive; thus leading to repeat customers!