Many Canadians are feeling the pressure of high housing and energy costs. With no relief in sight, many have been searching for alternative methods to generate extra income or reduce housing expenses. One option is to generate extra income by renting out a spare bedroom in their home. Home-sharing, as it is known, is a […]
Many Canadians are feeling the pressure of high housing and energy costs. With no relief in sight from the escalating costs, many Canadians have been adopting different housing models to cope. The 2016 Canadian Census shows 28.2% of all households were occupied by one-person—the highest since Confederation in 1867. The 2016 census also shows significant […]
Finding a good roommate can lead to lifelong friendships, as well it make rent more manageable. The roommates you live with can be more important than the home you are living in, transforming your flat into a place where you feel like you belong. Here are some suggestions to help you out. 1. Decide how […]
Sharing a home with someone can be great. Lasting friendships may be built, but sometimes something a little more develops. Before you share a home with someone you have a romantic interest in, carefully evaluate the situation and consider these suggestions. Are you physically attracted to the person? If so, it may not be a […]
UBC Study on Home Sharing in BC Stat time! Over two thirds of a UBC survey’s 281 respondents are interested in participating in a home-sharing program and over 90% of those participants would recommend home sharing to their family or friends. But wait, what is home sharing, why is everyone so interested in it, […]
Happipad Host Spotlight: Paulette Facca Paulette represents a small but growing population of people who want to challenge the status quo when it comes to renting. Her focus is on creating a positive rental experience for all parties and building a connection between the landlord (Paulette herself) and the tenant. She’s looking for a relationship […]
We all know what home feels like, but what is home really? It’s not the same thing as a house, which is just a building. Rather, home seems to evoke feelings most strongly associated with those we share our home with. Home is companionship, support, laughter, tears – it is the sharing of the human experience […]
Keeping a house clean can be a challenge in itself, but add roommates with different schedules and it can feel like a daunting task. Here are some tips to make cleaning not feel like a chore and have your house cleaner than ever before. 1. Gather your roommates and figure out a common time and […]