So, you have to find new housemates. Maybe your best friend just moved out, or maybe you just moved to a new city yourself. But you know the process — nay, emotional journey — you’re about to embark on will surely have its ups and downs. Naïve Optimism: This person has the potential to be your new BFF, right? You’re […]
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We are going to talk about saving on your energy bills. Now that your all settled into your shared student house it should be an exciting time however if bills are not included in the rent then your energy bills could get way out of hand if it is not managed properly. CHARGE YOUR DEVICES […]
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Don’t get fooled by letting agents’ lies. Letting Agents can be the scourge of student of housing the high street is fall of them all claiming to be “student friendly” don’t get me wrong some of them can be very nice. However these letting agencies are few and far between in today’s rental market. Be […]
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Finding a good roommate is always important — even more so when you’re sharing a small space in the city. If you find a great person to live with, you could even gain a new best friend! But finding an great housemate is like finding the perfect spouse: It’s part instant chemistry, part hard work.
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Today we are going to talk how to deal with roommate conflict. It’s happened to the best of roommates. A sink full of dirty dishes and a passive aggressive refrigerator note can make for one messy kitchen. A week later, and you’re waging war over everything in the apartment. Strict lines are drawn. Before you […]
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Lets talk about some house viewing tips. If you are house hunting right now, you probably already know that it’s a nightmare. Housing searching the thick of winter is the worst. However you can make it a lot easier for you and your future housemates by being prepared to snatch up the best houses as […]
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Don’t fume: Here are 3 simple tips to show that unwelcome odours the door. Renting a new house can leave you in a haze. There are so many decisions to make and things to consider. Why doesn’t the closet light work? Where’s the nearest takeout? But when that haze is a cloud of cigarette smoke […]
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Trust your gut—and this advice—if a house doesn’t seem up to scratch. Poorly Maintained: When you’re house hunting keep an eye out for signs of neglect, including rattling old windows, peeling paint and broken appliances. If a landlord is willing to show an apartment in a state of shabbiness or disrepair, it’s a good sign […]
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To help you get started with house hunting season WhichPad will be releasing a series of house hunting tips for students to ensure to end up with the best house possible. Speaking to previous tenants is a strategy often overlooked when hunting for houses due the fact the whole process is normally rushed. However if […]
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