Homestay Rental Guide: All You Need to Know

Collaborative Consumption: Collaborative Insurance

By Rédaction Roomlala 05/13/2015

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

By Rédaction Roomlala 05/06/2015

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

By Rédaction Roomlala 04/29/2015

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...

Flatshare or Homeshare: Which is Right For You?

By Rédaction Roomlala 04/22/2015

Looking for a cheap solution to your rental needs? Here at Roomlala we are happy to present you with two excellent solutions: flatshares and homestays. The two concepts are similar in many ways, but each does have its own positives as well drawbacks. When deciding which is right for you, there are many things to consider, but mainly your own personality and how you are most comfortable living. Flatmates: the solution with a community life If you hate being alone and prefer to be social, go ...

Dealing with Noisy Neighbours

By Rédaction Roomlala 04/15/2015

Do your neighbours work scream all day or play loud music? Do they throw too many parties and constantly keep you awake? What can you do to combat them without it turning into an all-out war? Here are some simple tips to resolve your problems with your noisy neighbours. Step 1: Be patient Sometimes, it is necessary to just be tolerant. If it just occasional noise that is bothering you, give them a chance. Sometimes it takes a moment to get settled into the home when arriving back! Chil...

Are You Allowed to Enter Your Flatmate’s Space

By Rédaction Roomlala 04/08/2015

It can happen. You can be tempted to enter your flatmate’s space when they’re away. After all, you just needed to borrow their iron, or take something back that rightfully belongs to you, right? It shouldn’t be a problem, but what if it becomes one? There’s some simple ways to respect personal space and ensure that you and your flatmate don’t get into disagreements. When can you enter their space? Are you afraid that your flatmate’s cleanliness is a problem? Do they make noises all the tim...

How to Avoid Unpaid Rent

By Rédaction Roomlala 02/18/2015

Certainly the most feared part of renting out a space is not getting paid on time. It’s well known that housing costs consume the largest chunk of one’s budget, and we’re sure that’s no different for you, however some tenants view the landlord as having an expendable income. This means they don’t feel that their landlord is reliant on the timely payment of rent. Countless landlords have asked us how to make sure that late rent payments do not become a reality and it is for this reason that we...

Tips for Moving

By Rédaction Roomlala 02/11/2015

We hope that you have finally found the perfect accommodation that will be your new home for the next academic year. Once you’re finally settled in, you’ll be ready for all sorts of new adventures: throwing a housewarming party, buying some new plants to liven up your space, and discovering your new neighbourhood. There’s so much to do, but it’s necessary that you do not forget the essential things. Roomlala wants to be there for you to make everything just a little easier and that’s why we have...

A Brief Guide to Accommodations in Exchange for Work

By Rédaction Roomlala 01/28/2015

Today, it is easy for young adults to access information on how to plan their future. This isn’t just limited to choices of universities and career paths, but also how to move into their first home. As a result of how easy it is to procure this information, today’s “young generation” are more adept than previous generations in finding their own place to live. Since it is easier to find an array of different style of accommodation, the concept of renting an accommodation in exchange for work has ...

Why Choose the Collaborative Economy?

By Rédaction Roomlala 01/21/2015

The collaborative economy is a new form of marketplace that is based on the sharing and exchange of goods, services, and information between individuals. When you enter, you will discover many benefits, but also enter a global community. Collaborative consumption: The Human Side In exchange for services and goods, for example sharing a car as one does when using ThreadUP) and products of all kinds (Lending Club), even services (TaskRabbit) The sharing economy has so many facets that make i...

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