14th May 2009
Many of us have heard the stories of tenants getting cheated out of their rent deposit and while everyone would agree that they wouldn’t want it to happen to them, unfortunately there are times when It does happen, so make sure it doesn’t happen to yo...
14th May 2009
So, you’ve finally decided to move out of your shared flat or house. What’s the next step?
Much like the way you ensured everything was in place before you moved in; you need to take care of much the same when moving out. Also, despite good and bad...
14th May 2009
For obvious reasons, sharing a flat or house has become an increasingly popular way of living in the UK today. However, as a co-habiting arrangement, it is susceptible to problems and conflict that can sometimes require legal attention. Although it’s ad...
24th April 2009
This is a good opportunity not only for the person interviewing you but also for you to be sure that you’ve made the right decision.
Unlike a job interview, being interviewed as a potential housemate follows no specific pattern. It can seem a very n...
24th April 2009
Sharing accommodation is one way of coping with your cost of living. However, in addition to the financial and economic benefits, having housemates can also offer a way of meeting new people and making new friends, a way of learning about different cultur...
09th April 2009
This is one of the biggest concerns that arise from moving into rented accommodation.
A tenancy deposit is a sum of money handed over to the landlord as security for payment of rent. When flat and house sharing, this sum is protected by legal regulatio...
09th April 2009
OK, so you’ve found a house or flat that you really like & want the landlord to think you’re the best potential tenant(s) they could ever wish for. How do you go about doing that? Well, don’t be surprised when you’re probed for information about y...
02nd April 2009
What should you look for if you want to rent a house or flat with other sharers?
Is price the deciding factor, is it the location or is it the property itself?
Looking for that perfect house or flat can be a nerve-racking experience for many of...
02nd April 2009
Finding the perfect flatmate can be a daunting experience, especially if it’s your first time at it, so we’ve compiled a 5-step guide to finding the right flatmate for you.
Step 1 - Think About Your Potential Flatmate
This is the first quest...
02nd February 2009
When sharing a house with other people there may be a time when one of your housemates gets on your nerves. You strongly feel that your housemate is not holding up their end of the bargain, leaving the house messy, entertaining far too many guests and ...
02nd February 2009
Entertaining is fun but only when you have worked out the ground rules with your flatmates to avoid conflicts later.
Inform your flatmates and educate your guests
When you have guests, let your flatmates know in advance and inform your guest of any...
09th January 2009
Now that you've advertised and have a list of potential flatmates, here comes the time to choose the "right" flatmate. Many of us find ourselves in a dilemma; debating what to ask and what not to ask. Remember here that no question is silly.
To help yo...
