Feng Shui has been talked about a lot and for many years, especially if we consider that it is an ancient Chinese philosophy. Marie Kondo, who is Japanese and not Chinese, has made Feng Shui a trend, and it is no wonder. As with everything that is suddenly part of…
Tenant Tips
5 razones y 5 consejos para mudarse a Viena
Porque es Calidad de Vida con mayúsculas. En 2019 Viena fue nombrada la mejor ciudad del mundo para vivir según el ranking anual de calidad de vida de Mercer y en el índice de habitabilidad global de The Economist Intelligence Unit. La encuesta anual clasifica a las ciudades según una…
Presentamos Summer Flex - nueva política de cancelación flexible
En Spotahome, sabemos que no corren tiempos fáciles y que tus planes pueden cambiar en cualquier momento. Hemos escuchado vuestras sugerencias y hemos creado una nueva política de cancelación para ayudaros a reservar con más confianza y tranquilidad. ¿Cómo funciona Summer Flex?Aquí tienes un esquema que resume la nueva…
Consejos para decorar tu casa en la era covid19
Consejos de decoración escritos por Amuebla Rent para SpotahomeLa crisis del coronavirus ha cambiado nuestras rutinas. Si tu casa está en orden, tus asuntos y tu vida también lo estarán. Si hemos adoptado hábitos distintos a raíz del covid-19, nuestra manera de organizar la casa también debe adaptarse y sufrir…
CONSELHOS PARA DECORAR A SUA CASA DURANTE A COVID-19
A crise do Corona vírus mudou as nossas rotinas. Se a sua casa estiver em ordem, os seus negócios e a sua vida também estarão. E por isso, se adotámos hábitos diferentes como resultado da covid-19, a nossa maneira de organizar a casa também se deve adaptar e sofrer algumas…
Spotabook - Great reads for a time at home
We at Spotahome collected some diverse book recommendations that our team has enjoyed during the last couple of weeks:…
Where to get the best take-out in Berlin?
As moving around gets challenging in Berlin, we decided to handpick some restaurants, that offer contact-less delivery in Berlin.…
How to Switch your Driving Licence for a UK Driving Licence
Welcome to London my friends! Now that you've finally moved to the best city in the whole world you might be planning to explore a bit of the rest of the UK or maybe head to the stunning coastline of Dorset or the beautiful city of Bath for the weekend.…
How to Switch to a Zero Waste Home - 10 Easy Steps
I'm sure you all have heard of Greta Thunberg and her global initiative #Fridaysforfuture. In short, the aim is to try to save the planet from its self-destruction. Not an easy task I know, but what if we all could try and do something to help? The first step to…
Renting in London is cheaper than ever on Spotahome!
Dear London tenants, we've got some great news for you: Renting is now cheaper on Spotahome! In light of the new Tenant Fees Act 2019 that comes into force on 1st June 2019 in England, Spotahome has been hard at work implementing great changes on the platform that will affect…
Documents needed to rent a property in London
Congratulations! You finally found the perfect place to rent in London and are finally ready to start your new life. Amazing. Ok, hold on your horses now! Renting a place in London can be quite tricky or lengthy at least. In this article, I give you a clear overview of…
Expats' Guide to the NHS - Healthcare in the United Kingdom
The UK, and in particular London, is one of the most popular expat hotspots for students, professionals and entrepreneurs in the world. You might be one of those lucky ones who never fall ill - thank gosh, I'm one of them too! - however, it is good to remember…
What to do before Renting your Property in London
With housing prices in London always on the rise, renting out a property is a great way to earn extra cash. This is why many people are buying apartments which allow them to have a secure return on their investment. However, in the ever-changing and super-fast rental industry in London,…
Moving Flat in London: A step-by-step Guide
Moving house is not a walk in the park. I've moved house more than 10 times in my life. And I hate it. I've hunted for a new house, packed my life, moved. Well, I wish it was that smooth, however, in real life I have always encountered some issues,…
Saving Money: How to Change your Utility Company in London
Have you just moved to your new London flat? Do you need to pick a utility company and set up a contract? Or do you have the feeling you are spending too much money on your bill? Wondering if there may be more competitive contracts with other companies? Are you…
What should I do if my Landlord increases my rent?
So you finally found the apartment of your dreams in London. You've bought all the furniture, plants and things to make your flat look and feel like home. And then, out of the blue, your landlord decides to increase your rent. Hold on, my darlings, don't fret. Having lived in…
How to Deal with Noisy Neighbours
Who has never dealt with a noisy neighbour? Loud music, high heels that hit the floor in the middle of your dreams, til-the-morning parties on a Tuesday night. Well, it's happened to me and it's probably happening to you, too, if you are here. Keep reading to find out how…
How to: get your deposit back (all of it!)
Want to make sure you don't get short-changed when you move out of your rented place? Follow our guide and you'll stay in the landlord's good books. Keep the place tidy Show your landlord that you are a clean and respectable tenant. If you can establish that trust with your…