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Discover Sweden on Erasmus

With nearly 30,000 students per year, Sweden is a major player in the Erasmus programme. Its landscape, natural sites, cosmopolitan cities, rich culture, Northern Lights, and friendly people all play a part in making Sweden a popular destination for ...

What to do with your childrens' bedrooms after they've flown the nest

It’s finally happening. Your darling child is finally starting university in another city or even abroad, or perhaps just moved out of Mum and Dad’s for a new start. Leaving the family home is a big step for everyone involved, but it does also leave ...

Accommodation in Exchange for Services: Living with an older person

In the face of ever-rising rents and a housing crisis, some homeowners are starting to offer housing in exchange for services. This new form of rental can be cheaper and help both the owner and the tenant. Why not get on this new trend of living with...

Renting a Room to a Student: What are the advantages for Landlords?

The advantages of renting to students might be far more numerous than you think! With the never ending accommodation search for students, especially around the start of new term, now could not be a better time to post an ad! Here are some rules y...

How to Set the Rent for a Room

Thanks to the changes in the Rent a Room Scheme made in the new budget, from April 2016 UK landlords will be able to make up to £7,500 TAX FREE through renting out a spare room in their home, as opposed to the previous £4,250. There are just a fe...

Do I Need to Repaint my Walls When Leaving my Rental?

Planing on leaving your rental? Wondering what your obligations are regarding the work that will need to be done, particularly the repainting of your accommodation? Well worry no more- the following article will provide you with the information that...

Who Pays for What?

Every lease that is signed between a landlord and a tenant must specify who pays what and contributes what to the accommodation. Even with this specified, there can be sources of dispute between the landlord and the tenant- here we'll explore who's o...

Find a Spare Room in Dublin

Spending some time in Dublin, the heart of Ireland, is extemely refreshing. This city gives off such an exciting atmosphere with so much music and general hustle and bustle. Here you will find places full of life, including a multitude of pubs, each ...

Internships When Abroad

Interning can be extremely rewarding; at the end of an internship, you will have some insightful work experience and have learnt new skills that will make you a valuable commodity when you enter the workforce. Interning abroad shows that you can adap...

What to Do in Berlin in 3 Days

Berlin, the German capital, located in the northeast of the country, is a city full of charm with its mix of both historical and modern landmarks and attractions. Berlin has reinvented itself, now becoming the epicentre of new musical trends and nigh...

Tips for Posting a Successful Ad on Roomlala

If you’re advertising a room for rent on Roomlala, you definitely need to ask yourself how to make your ad as good as possible to attract lots of tenants. Here are some tips that will help you create an effective ad! A Short, Catchy Title • The...

Moving to Birmingham as a student

Birmingham is one of Britain's most vibrant student cities, and with a student population of around 65,000 students, it is the second largest student city in the UK. Many students venture here from both around the UK and abroad to experience all that...

The Benefits of Living with International Flatmates

Sharing a flat with people from many countries reminds us without a doubt, of the cult film L'Auberge Espagnole, where we watch the lives of a group of friends all from different nationalities live in a flatshare. The cultural differences that each p...

The Accommodation Hunt: how to avoid traps and scams

Nowadays, finding accommodation can be a very daunting task, be it for the new university year, or any other reason. You’ve got to find ad, phone people and prepare a dossier: it’s a long process that requires thought and patience, above all when try...

Studying in Liverpool: what to do and where to stay

Liverpool is another major student city in the U.K. With over 50,000 students, this city is a buzzing student centre. If you find yourself studying in Liverpool, then read on to discover what there is to do in this beautiful city. What to do W...

6 Tips to Help Students Save Money

Going back to, or starting university is always expensive and the number of students going each year is rising. To help you to tackle the cost, here are some tips for financing your studies and to help you kick start your university year. Renting ...

Finding a Room in Exchange for Language Classes

Accommodation in exchange for work doesn’t always have to be about cleaning floors or chasing after children. One type of this popular housing system is to exchange accommodation for language lessons. The benefits of staying in accommodation like thi...

5 Tips for Having a Cosy Student Room

When hearing the words "student room", you automatically think of a small cramped space>. But however small your student room may be, there are always ways to make it feel cosier and less cramped. Read on to learn more. Tip 1: Choose a duvet cove...

Find a Spare Room in Barcelona

The sun, the tapas, the unique culture... Barcelona has a lot to offer tourists and those who wish to study or live in the city. However housing prices in the Catalonian capital are high. If you're thinking about moving to Barcelona, then why not ren...

Erasmus: The Cost of Renting a Room in Paris

Are you about set out for Paris for your year abroad? Or are you already there, but in need of longer-term accommodation and don’t really know what your budget should be? Well, we’ve put together some information for you, so that you know what to exp...

Rent out Your Place When on Holiday

Did you know that you can make that seemingly unaffordable holiday affordable by renting out the accommodation that you use during the most part of the year? It’s easy! Before you get started, there are some important things you should know. Even st...

Erasmus: Study Abroad in Nantes

Are you studying abroad in Nantes, or planning on doing so? Here are some tips to help you discover the town and make the most of your move to Nantes. The Charm of the North With over 51,000 students descending upon the city every year, Nantes ...

What to do in Milan in 3 days

The football and fashion capital, Milan is a city full of history and undeniable charm. When on holiday in Italy, it is definitely worth having a 3-day stay in this major city in the north of the country. What to do there? Find out here! First d...

Moving to Exeter as a student

Exeter is home to the University of Exeter which is one of the most popular and well-respected universities in the UK with its Russell Group status, and high-achieving academics, as well as being known as very sociable and for its high level of sport...

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