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House rules you want to enforce
- Before getting a lodger, you should consider what house rules you want to enforce, and then write them down in a list. You can provide a copy of the list to all your prospective lodgers during the viewing or during a second meet with the applicant (s) which most appealed to you, so it’s clear from the start what you expect.
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Before getting a lodger you should consider: the space you'll share with your lodger. the impact on your benefits. the impact on your finances. if you need permission. the condition of your home. how you'll find a lodger. the agreement you'll make with your lodger. Check the space you will share.
If you’re thinking about taking in a lodger, then there are a number of important things that you need to consider first. This page looks at what you need to think about before becoming a resident landlord.
Before getting a lodger, you should consider what house rules you want to enforce, and then write them down in a list. You can provide a copy of the list to all your prospective lodgers during the viewing or during a second meet with the applicant(s) which most appealed to you, so it’s clear from the start what you expect.
Jul 26, 2021 · Thinking of taking on a lodger? Here's what you need to consider before you do, from your compatibility as housemates to the agreement to cover both parties.
- Connie Hogg
- Why Are You Moving?
- Where and How Did You Live before?
- Habits/Daily Life
- Pets
- ‘Micro Behaviours’
- Fitting in
- Setting Expectations
- Deciding
- Finally...
It's a really simple question, but one that can potentially tell you a lot about someone. "I like to try to understand why they are looking for a room. Is it for a job, a course, have they left a partner or houseshare, or left home? Why are they looking in my area?" "If they respond with anything overly negative about their current house or housema...
"What bugs you about living with other people? Describe some things that have happened and how you dealt with it". "What did you not like about living in your previous two places?" "Ask about where they are living now, or recently, what they like about it/don't like or what's worked well or not so well".
This one is always a recurring theme when we talk about lodgers. On one level it's about being generally compatible, but there are also some really basic practicalities to consider, like... "What time do you need the bathroom in the morning?" "Working and leisure patterns - will they fit in in terms of when they're busy around the house or quietly ...
Another theme from the responses, which was more surprising, was related to pets and, more specifically, letting them make the decision! "I once left it to the dog, when I had a dog. If people ignored the dog completely, they were the wrong fit. When the chosen lodger, who was great, asked how he'd got picked out, and I told him that he said hello ...
"It pays to be on the lookout for micro-behaviours. For example, if someone offers to take their shoes off before they look round, it's a fairly good sign that they will be respectful of your property. Also, if they've had a cup of tea and take it through to the kitchen, they'll probably be tidy. If they leave it in the living room, more often than...
All these questions and approaches are designed to help you work out one thing - will they fit in? As one user puts it: "They have to fit in with your lifestyle. Once you’ve committed it’s hard to give someone their notice, so don’t rush in choosing the right one. What are their working hours? Do you want just a lodger or a friend/company *and* a l...
This is such an important area to cover. Every conversation you have up front about what you both expect is one future problem avoided. You might think your lodger has the same expectations as you, but you won't know till you check. "I’m upfront about house rules and quite strict about cleaning. If they don’t like it they aren’t right. They must re...
So, you've met your prospective lodger, asked lots of questions and set some expectations. Now, how do you decide (especially if you can't delegate that to the dog!)? There's one phrase that came up again and again - gut feeling. "It's a bit like an interview combined with a blind date, so trust your gut instincts". "Gut feeling is valuable. Trust ...
If (and only if) you run out of things to ask, one person suggested this as their favourite question... "Have you seen the film *Shallow Grave?"
Nov 11, 2020 · Before you go out and find a lodger, you should be prepared for what it entails, and take certain steps first to protect yourself and your property. Here’s a quick checklist for things you should check before getting a lodger.
Get started. Can you take in a lodger? There are a number of practical points which you must consider before you decide to let out a spare room at your property, including: mortgages - check with any mortgage lender that you’re permitted to take in lodgers.
