Start with the situation, not a payment. We first clarify what you need, the city, timing, must-have criteria, and what a useful result looks like. I then confirm whether it is a Light, Standard, or Complex Task. For normal task work, 50% is paid to start and the remaining 50% is due when the agreed deliverable and handoff are completed and confirmed.
For a focused local search, a small number of practical checks, or limited provider contact when the need is already clear.
For a bounded task that needs more than a quick lookup: several checks or provider contacts, key details compared, and a small shortlist you can act on.
For a deeper task with multiple moving parts, wider sourcing, repeated verification, or a more involved handoff before you can act.
The exact deliverable changes by task, but the working process is usually the same.
A short call or message confirms your city, timing, must-have criteria, previous attempts, and what success should look like.
You see whether the task is US$20, US$50, or US$80 before work starts. For normal task work, 50% is paid to begin.
I search relevant platforms and sources, contact providers when needed, and verify the live details that matter instead of forwarding raw search results.
Depending on the task, you receive a concise written shortlist or comparison deck with practical details such as price, location, photos, contact information, and trade-offs.
When included in scope, I make the follow-up call, confirm the chosen option, arrange a time or contact handoff, and help establish a clear communication channel.
At the agreed closing milestone, you can confirm that the deliverable or handoff is usable. Where appropriate, I allow 1–2 days after the handoff / service use for that check; the remaining balance is then due, and I may invite you to leave a short review.
Not included: unrelated requests bundled together, unlimited outreach, ongoing personal-assistant work, account access, payment or contracts on your behalf, or medical, legal, visa, tax, financial, emergency, and other high-stakes matters. Very large or unusual requests may need a custom quote.
For newcomers who know roughly where and how they want to live, but need a local person to turn Chinese listings into a small set of verified options. I help clarify the requirements, search, contact the relevant listing side, check the practical details, organize the options, and coordinate the first viewing / handoff.
Paid after the requirements and scope are confirmed. This starts the search and local verification.
Due after the verified shortlist is delivered and the first viewing / contact handoff has been arranged.
City and target area, budget, move-in date, lease length, commute or friend location, pet needs, and other must-have criteria.
I look across suitable Chinese listings and local channels instead of asking you to navigate unfamiliar platforms alone.
Availability, rent and fees, lease timing, pet policy, location, practical fit, and your language needs are checked where relevant.
I organize the best options with photos, location and transport, rent / fees, key terms, contact information, and the details that matter for your decision.
I follow up with the relevant person, confirm the time and meeting point, and can create a WeChat group for you, the showing contact, and me.
WeChat voice-to-text and translation can help the on-site conversation stay visible and recorded. I can follow the group remotely within the agreed scope.
One important boundary: I can help you find, verify, compare, and coordinate. Contract interpretation, legal disputes, title / ownership due diligence, and any legally binding decision should be handled by the appropriate professional or by you directly.
A deliberately simple home-visit service for pet owners who want to communicate entirely in English. I am based near Xujiahui / Shanghai Jiao Tong University Metro Station and currently take Shanghai bookings subject to travel time and availability. Each booking is one 60-minute visit, with the time split between the agreed dog walk and/or feeding routine.
I follow your normal route and instructions, keep the dog on leash, and send a short English update with photos after the visit.
For cats or dogs, I can provide the food you have prepared, refill water, and send an English photo / message update.
Booking details, pet notes, updates, and follow-up communication with you are all available in English.
Simple scope: right now this is a home-visit walking / feeding service, not a full pet-sitting or grooming business. I do not have a boarding venue, and I am intentionally keeping the service narrow while testing demand.
Ask up to 15 practical questions over seven days. I explain what to do, help you understand local options, and guide your next step. This is Q&A support—not 15 completed tasks.
Get a clear explanation, useful Chinese terms, and the steps to try yourself.
Talk through ordinary everyday options and what to check before deciding.
Get help understanding a short non-sensitive message, screen, or app flow.
Simple rule: 7-Day Q&A helps you understand and decide what to do. Task-Based Support and House Finding Support are the separate services for searching, contacting, verifying, comparing, or coordinating on your behalf; Pet Support is the separate Shanghai home-visit service for dog walking or feeding.
Hospital accompaniment is not available yet. The service is staying offline while its safety, privacy, and operational boundaries are worked through, so no bookings or payments are being accepted.
This is not an emergency service. If it is urgent, call 120 or go to the nearest emergency department now.
Send the number, exact question, and relevant reference. Martin makes one call and reports back in writing.
Excluded: impersonation, identity checks, account access, moving money, visa matters, or binding agreements. For emergencies call 120, 110, or 119.
Add martinzhong26 on WeChat or email Martin. Say what you need done, your city, and your deadline.
Martin confirms which service fits, the exact scope, limits, delivery target, start time, and when each payment is due.
For normal task work, pay 50% to start. For House Finding Support, pay US$20 to start. For Pet Support, the booking, access method, pet details, and payment arrangement are confirmed before the visit. The remaining balance for split-payment services is due at the agreed delivery / handoff milestone.
The guides, renting guide, Hospital Finder, and board stay free.
The free website and newcomers community remain available whether or not you buy support.