News & Inspiration

There are so many ways to share a home and these can be an inspiration to others. We also  try to keep you up-to-date with new shared-housing options. If you'd like to contribute a story contact us.

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Six portraits of men and women in their 40s and 50s

Mature house share website

When some years ago  I was looking for a house share or flat share in London, I found it nearly…

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House sharing makes relocation easier

Renting a room in a house share provides not only financial flexibility but also a fellow house mate to guide you in the local area. When considering relocating in later life this is particularly useful.

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Tips for house share over 50

Cohabitas has researched what is most important to the over 40s when house sharing.

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House Sharing Over 50

When we think about house sharing, scenes from our student days might spring to mind. Dirty dishes in the kitchen…

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Val prefers to flatshare in London

After moving from Hampshire back to London enjoy life in the city, Val has shared a number of flats in central London and has some great advice for others attracted to sharing in later life.

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Homeless in Seattle. Community and sharing.

Now here’s a good idea. A local Seattle resident has built a tiny house in his backyard for a homeless person to live in. Truly inspirational.

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Inter-generational living

10 Minute Interview with Hermi & Heidi In today’s interview we talk to a mother and daughter who live in…

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Elderly housemates – Life at 100.

Living to over 100 years old is something more and more people will experience. How can house sharing help?

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