The right flatmate can make a big difference in any flat or house share. The right mix of flatmates can be one of the biggest differences in making a house feel like a home. Unfortunately, when living together, there are a lot of things that can go wrong. This means knowing how to find the […]
Properties to rent in London are notoriously hard to find. After sending a dozen queries about flats to rent in London and a few flat tours later, you’ll realise why everyone finds it difficult to secure a place to rent in the capital. The market moves very quickly and is expensive in comparison to the […]
Contents insurance is a bit of a mystery to a lot of people, particularly young renters. It’s often put on the “I’ll sort it out later” pile and then never gets done, or is seen as a bit of a luxury best saved for later in life. What you might not know is that contents […]
As a tenant, you might have heard of the tenant fee bill, maybe you haven’t. The Tenant Fee Bill (aka tenant fee ban) is an act of parliament that has been shaking up the lettings industry and could change the way we do residential lettings in the UK. So what is it and what do […]
Renting is hard, the rental market moves fast! Plus, there are so many platforms to search for properties on… where do you start?! London itself is expensive and finding a flat that fits your budget can seem like an impossible task. homie.rent has put together the three biggest tips on how to make your flat […]
Having worked in property the last 13 years*, I like to make the joke that I’ve done everything you can imagine with every kind of building, except owned one personally. Spending so much time dealing with property from nearly every facet has enabled me to unearth some interesting patterns and insights, including one that I […]
Each month, the majority of our money gets spent on running our homes. From rent & electricity to the wifi, household bills are expensive! Yet when it comes to actually managing these expenses, it feels like our homes are still stuck in the dark ages. Dealing with home finances, maintenance, utilities and services is a […]
You’re a student, so finances are tight. While we know that you want to spend your money on booze and late night chicken, we all need to keep a roof over our heads and have lights that turn on. Each month, rent and the essential housing bills are one of the biggest hits to the […]
What if doing the right thing for the planet also saved you time and money? Supplying your home with renewable energy doesn’t have to break the bank. In fact, for many homes across the UK it is actually more affordable. acasa provides your home with 100% renewable electricity that is cheaper than Big 6. It’s […]
Don’t let a bad housemate ruin your home. 4 actionable tips to deal with that nasty housemate. Communal living has the potential of being truly awesome. It can literally mean living with your best mates 🙂 Just imagine: Pizza, beers and banter every night, wardrobe sharing for endless outfit options and no hassle from your […]