Sharing Accommodation: Sharing a Flat, Home, or Jointly Purchasing Property

Thinking about sharing a home or buying property with friends or family? Our comprehensive guide helps you make informed decisions with expert advice, real case studies, and practical tips covering everything from finances to social living. You'll find all the resources you need to navigate shared accommodation confidently and successfully. Sharing Accommodation is here to help.

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Can I Set a Curfew for my Lodger?

If a landlord prefers to set a curfew for a lodger then this is the type of issue that should have been discussed prior to the lodger moving in. Once a lodge...

Managing Household Bills Between Two

Household bills are a fact of life, but plans for paying them can be as unique as the people sharing accommodation. Some flatmates decide to split bills even...

Deciding on a Mortgage

Taking on a mortgage is a huge commitment, and with several thousand mortgage packages available it can be difficult to even figure out which mortgages you q...

Finance: Unexpected Emergencies

Saving for an emergency can be hard, but anyone sharing accommodation should always keep a little bit of money in reserve in case something comes up. An emer...

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Questionnaire: Why Do You Want to Share Accommodation?

In theory, sharing a flat or house with your best friend, or even a stranger might seem like a great idea, but in reality it could be a disaster waiting to h...

Questionnaire: What House Rules Are Acceptable?

What is considered acceptable when sharing a house can change radically from one person to the next. Everyone has their own standards and it is up to you to...

Questions to Ask Potential Roommates

The first rule to remember when looking for a housemate is that everyone is different and you are not necessarily interviewing for a best friend, but somebod...

Questionnaire: How Much Should I Charge My Flatmate?

Rent can be a tricky subject to raise with a potential housemate, especially if they also friends with you. You don’t want to overcharge as they could find...

10 Tips for Solving Disputes

When it comes to solving disputes, different methods work for different people. However one tried and tested method that very rarely works is shouting. The k...

I Didn't Get on With My Flatmate's Partner Case: A Case Study

You’ve found your perfect flat, your perfect housemate and even bought a cat together, but there’s one problem you weren’t prepared for – your flatma...

My Flatmate Was Stealing from Me: A Case Study

We can all forgive the odd pint of milk going missing now and again, but if you find your possessions start to go missing on a regular basis, it could be tha...

Questionnaire: Are You Financially Compatible With Your Flatmate?

Living with a flatmate can be great fun, but even if you get on brilliantly it does not always mean that you will be financially compatible. You should start...

Questionnaire: Can You Force Your Flatmate Out?

Your new flatmate might be your best friend when you first move in together, but over time you may find you are getting on each other’s nerves and the only...

Questionnaire: Do You Need an HMO Licence?

When living in shared accommodation it is important to be aware of the legal guidelines surrounding the property you live in. Although it is the responsibili...

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