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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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BBC Sounds Radio Recording Of The Rise Of The Over 40 Lodger

The rise of lodgers over 40

The rising number of lodgers over 40 is the topic when BBC Radio Hereford presenter Elliot Webb interviews Nick Henley…

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Portraits of 3 women and 3 men in their 40s and 50s

Cohabitas: SpareRoom for over 40s?

Finding a compatible living arrangement can be a challenging task, especially if you are no longer a student or young…

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Cohabitas house sharing can be a great way to move to another country

How to Move to Another Country

Moving to another country can be an exciting and life-changing experience. Whether you’re relocating for work, education, or personal reasons,…

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Many home owners would like to know how much rent they should charge for a room in their home.

How much rent should I charge for a room in my home?

When deciding to rent out a room in your home, one of the first questions to answer is how much…

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Feeling comfortable with a lodger in your home

We interviewed Kate, an ‘accidental’ landlady, who has had lodgers in her family home in Camden for several years. She…

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Why live-in lodgers are making a comeback

Nick Harding, reporting in the Daily Telegraph on Saturday 8th July, detailed why more and more people are looking for…

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Photo of terraced houses in Islelworth Hounslow Houses

Cohabiting through Shared Ownership

I have spent several years thinking about Cohousing projects and I’ve been part of two of them. However, I have…

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Signing Document

Is subletting the same as having a lodger?

When it comes to renting property, there are various terms that arise, such as subletting, letting, and having a lodger.…

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