If you've been following my previous posts, you know that my two dogs, known as the Messrs on social media, are my sun and moon. Although I live sans home-mate by choice, it's also a little out of …
Trust Your Gut When Interviewing A Housemate
“Trust your gut,” says Judy who has been living with housemates for more than thirty-five years. “ She says, “I’ve learned to trust my gut. Every time I go against my gut, it’s a disaster and …
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Hiatus in Shared Housing—How to Manage
What happens when your home-mate announces that they taking a hiatus? What does that exactly mean? Always remember that building a good shared home starts with knowing your needs and communicating …
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An Aha Moment: Golden Girls and Guys Canada
Back in the fall of 2016, retired architect Dorothy Mazeau had an "aha" moment after 12 years of working in real estate with seniors who wanted to downsize, but had limited options. It would lead to …
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Are the Golden Girls Home-Mates?
“I want a Golden Girls home.” It’s a common refrain about living in shared housing. But what does that really mean? It means that they see the half-hour show of humor, the easy hanging-out at home, …
How to Find Out Where That Posting Is. Very Cool App to the Rescue!
Ever been frustrated because you don't know the streets and neighborhoods well enough to know if a place for rent is right for you or not? Ever juggled open browser windows between craigslist and …
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