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Collaborative Consumption: The Barter and Sale of Used Clothing

14/10/2016

The bartering and the exchange of goods are ancient practices which have been reinvented in previous years through the use of the internet. The internet phenomenon has made us re-evaluate the bartering and exchange of goods. It has created the whole idea of “collaborative consumption”, or as it’s commonly known, the “sharing economy”. Definition and advantages of collaborative consumption Collaborative consumption can take many different forms, and covers a wide range of areas such as se...

Landlords: What You Can and Can’t Ask Your Tenants

12/10/2016

Choosing a tenant is always a difficult task. As an owner, you need to quickly assess the level of trust you have for the future occupant of your home. To reassure yourself, the law allows you to request a certain amount of information, in order to get to know the candidate better. This article gives an overview of the questions you can ask, and the ones you can’t. A landlord has the right to ask certain questions A landlord is completely within their rights when attempting to assess the...

Searching for Student Accommodation: Flatshare

05/10/2016

With demanding landlords and exorbitant rent prices, it’s not always easy to find student accommodation that facilitates a rewarding year. Flatshares are quickly gaining ground as a viable accommodation option because of its numerous advantages. Read on to learn more. The Student Rental: An Obstacle Course The evolution of the real estate market makes it increasingly more complicated to find student accommodation. The landlords of these types of properties are often bombarded by potential...

Advice on How to Get on Well with Your Landlord

03/10/2016

In order for a rental agreement to go along smoothly, both the landlord and the tenant must be mutually respectful of each other and fulfil their obligations. Here are 10 tips to maintain a healthy and good relationship with your landlord. 1. Sign your lease agreement The first step to starting a healthy relationship with your landlord is of course the signing of the lease. In doing this, you are showing your landlord that you understand your rights and obligations as a tenant. However it'...

Studying in London: What to Do and Where to Stay

30/09/2016

London is one of the biggest cities in the world. With a population of over 8.5 million people, the U.K.’s capital is a bustling city with loads of fun things to do, especially for students. What to do If you’re looking to experience student nightlife in London, head down to “Moonlighting” in Soho, an urban club with regular drinks promotions playing soul, R&B and party classics. It’s also worth checking out the ISH bar (International Students House), a bar in a student accommodation, ...

5 Good Tips For Living in an All Male Flat-Share

28/09/2016

Flat-sharing with your mates lets you create wonderful memories with friends. Provided that you follow a few rules, it can be a great, unique experience. Roomlala offers some good advice on what you can do to make your year in a flat-share an unforgettable one. A bit of tidiness goes a long way To respect everyone’s space, it’s important to think about setting up a few ground rules and using common sense. Firstly, you should definitely avoid leaving your underwear hanging around the mid...

How to Live with Several Lodgers

26/09/2016

Renting out a spare room in someone’s home has now become a cheap accommodation solution for tenants and an extra source of income with many welcome advantages for landlords. However, you’ll need to learn how to live with several different types of lodgers: Here’s a little guide to help you out. Sharing Space with Lodgers If you’re having several lodgers live with you, be it for short or long-term stays, it’s your habits and lifestyle that change, so you need to be prepared for that. Fir...

Decor Tips: Use Your Walls as Storage

23/09/2016

The way in which you decorate your walls plays a critical role in the overall decor of your home. Between hanging a nice painting, some tapestry or some flashy trinkets, there are a vast amount of choices when it comes to decorating your walls. However, have you ever thought about both decorating and optimising the usage of your walls, at the same time? Roomlala is here to advise you on how you can turn your walls into storage, with a few simple DIY tricks. A wall storage compartment W...

5 Good Reasons To Rent Your Room To A Student

21/09/2016

Have the birds have flown the nest, leaving you with an empty room? Take advantage of this opportunity by supplementing your income throughout the school year! If you live in a large university town such as London, Birmingham, Glasgow, or even Edinburgh, you will have definitely thought about renting out one of your rooms to a student. Discover all the advantages of this accommodation option with Roomlala. 1. Renting a room to a student is a long-term relationship Whether it be a 6 month in...

Decorating Your Corridor

23/09/2015

Whether it’s in a flat or a house, the corridor, or hallway, is often a wasted space, through lack of use, no matter what size it is. However, with a bit of clever decorating, you’ll be able to benefit from a stylish corridor, as well as extra storage space. Check out our tips for decorating this often neglected space. The Right Furniture for the Perfectly Decorated Corridor If you have quite a wide corridor, why not put a comfy chaise longue or daybed in it, to add a touch of elegance a...

Tips for Finding Student Accommodation

09/09/2015

June and July are not too early to start getting ready to go back to uni. According to the Guardian, 80% of students move away from home to go to university. With the time to go back to university fast approaching, many students are still struggling to find affordable accommodation, especially with the price of halls rising every year. So, here are some tips to help prepare you for the start ot the new university year and easily find accommodation. . Start Looking Early Remember, it is n...

Decorating Tips: Making the Most of Your Little Living Room

26/08/2015

Have you got a small lounge that you want to make more comfortable? Here are a few tips and some good advice on how best to arrange your small living room to make the most of the space, based on the way your furniture is positioned. What kind of furniture do I need in a small living room? A sofa is an indispensable piece of furniture in a living room, but it’s also one of the most space-consuming. For a small room, you shouldn’t necessarily choose a small sofa; you could instead go for ...

Getting Ready to Study in France as a Foreign Student

11/08/2015

Today, France is incredibly desirable as a place to complete university studies and a large number of foreign students come for both long and short periods either on study abroad schemes, or to complete their studies. In 2012, France welcomed 271 399 foreign students from across the globe, 29 293 of whom were taking part in the Erasmus Program. Here’s a rundown of all the admin that you need to get done to make your arrival as smooth as possible. VISAS: When Are They Necessary? If you are...

9 Tips for Taking Successful Photos of Your Accommodation

05/08/2015

Did you know that ads with photos receive 5 times more views than ads without photos? We therefore strongly recommend that you update your ad with pictures of your accommodation, if you haven’t done so already! To help you out we’re providing you with some tips for taking the best possible pictures of your accommodation and thus for making your ad more effective! Tip 1: Use a Suitable Camera You don’t need to be a professional photographer to take attractive photos of your accommodation!...

Collaborative Consumption: Hiring a tasker

22/07/2015

Is a leak bugging you? Are you struggling to fix your computer, or look after your garden? Becoming, or hiring a tasker, a practice born out of collaborative consumption, which seeks to encourage neighbours to help each other out, it could be the solution to all your worries. What are Taskers? Today’s wave of collaborative consumption favours the idea of using or sharing ownership of objects. Hiring a tasker is originally an American practice, in which a person who needs a specific job to b...

Finding a Summer Job

29/06/2015

The arrival of the summer holiday marks the end of the academic year and the beginning of a lot of free time for you as a student. With all this free time, it makes sense that a lot of students seek to find a source of income, especially since the expenses of university are so extremely high. Seventy-three percent of students, according to a CareerBuilder survey work to finance their studies. Here are 5 tips to easily find a summer job. Prepare in advance If you have little or no experienc...

Homework Help: The New Trend That Helps You Succeed

24/06/2015

Today, more and more students ask for help when it comes to their homework. Very often, this help comes from classmates and friends. Sharing useful information is trendy and it helps you succeed. The help of digital technology Thanks to new technologies and the different digital devices, everything is connected. You can share any information with your friends, anywhere, at any time. This is also true for homework. When you get stuck on an exercise, alone in your room, the first thing ...

To Rent Out An Attic

17/06/2015

Everyone wants to have more space in their home. It opens up new areas to spend time and increases the value of your home. One space that often goes unused is the attic. This unused space offers many advantages, and we’ll teach you how to make the renovation as easy as possible. Rules For Converting Your Attic? You may need the help of a contractor in order to do some parts of the renovation, but before you give them a call, check to see what laws are applicable to your area. For instance, i...

The Collaborative Economy in the United States

10/06/2015

Every day the collaborative economy grows a little more. Every time you look it seems as though there is a new company taking part in what some even call the sharing economy. From ridesharing services, like Uber and Lyft, and services that help you complete tasks like TaskRabbit, to renting like right here on Roomlala, there is no part of the sharing economy that has been left untouched since its birth. A phenomenon born in the US The collaborative economy’s birth was in the United States. ...

Visiting the French Riviera

03/06/2015

Going on holiday is normally synonymous with sunshine and relaxation, but organizing a getaway can be anything but that. That is why we have decided to give you a hand and help you plan your trip to the French Riviera. Here are some ways to explore the south of France and some ways to make your trip affordable! What to do on the French Riviera? What isn’t there to do!? There numerous cities to explore, beaches to enjoy and food to taste! Within a small stretch of land, there is so much t...

Rentals: What Does the Landlord Pay For

20/05/2015

Every lease that is signed between a landlord and a tenant requires that the distribution of work is mentioned. Even with this mentioned, there can be sources of disputes between the landlord and the tenant. Here we will explore who is obligated to do what. What Must the Owner Pay for? We must first mention that the owner must provide a decent accommodation to the tenant. If the landlord does not provide a satisfactory level of accommodation, they are breaking the law. If anything in the...

Collaborative Consumption: Collaborative Insurance

13/05/2015

Over the last few years, the sharing economy has grown rapidly. There are now all different forms of sectors in the sharing economy, there is house sharing, loans, carpooling, and even the rental of tools. But now, there is even a sector for insurance. What is a Collaborative Insurance? Collaborative insurance is meant to exist alongside your traditional insurance. It exists for when your insurance does not cover the problem you experience. The insurance is then meant to pay for accidental...

Living with the Elderly

06/05/2015

Faced with rapidly rising rent prices many owners are offering accommodations in their homes in exchange for the completion of services. This style of accommodation lets tenants save money on rent as well as lets landlords save money on paying for the services they need to see completed. It’s a win-win for everyone. Types of Services The owner of a home may decide not to charge a portion of the rent no rent to a tenant who can help in daily tasks such as child care, help with homework, cl...

Revamping Old Furniture

29/04/2015

Do you have unused furniture at home that’s too old looking, inelegant or just damaged? Here are some simple tips to take something that’s an eyesore and make it a pleasant centre or attention. Why Redecorate? Whether you’re looking to give character to a room just so that it makes you happier, or whether you’re trying to rent the space out, a simple coat of paint can do wonders! It’s the simplest way to add colour to a room without breaking the bank. Wall paint can add a single wall of colour...

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