Smart deals & Savings
The “Deals & Savings” category is designed for anyone looking to reduce their daily expenses, whether they are a host or a cohabitant, by optimising their budget through housing in exchange for services.
Here, you will find articles with advice, tips and practical deals to help you save money, especially by rethinking the way you live through solutions based on sharing and mutual support.
This category highlights accessible and supportive solutions to make the most of your home or offer services, while fostering a caring and collaborative community.
Whether you want to save money or improve your daily life, explore these articles to discover simple, effective ideas tailored to your situation.
Housing benefits and service-based accommodation: can you really qualify?
Can you receive housing benefits with accommodation in exchange for services or free housing? Discover the rules, common mistakes to avoid, and how to optimise your eligibility.
24/06/2025
Finding housing as a young professional: a smarter, affordable solution
Finding housing at the start of your career can be challenging. Discover why housing in exchange for services is a flexible, affordable, and human solution for young professionals.
23/05/2025
Housing in crisis: what if mutual aid became the key?
South Brittany, Basque Country, French Riviera, Paris region… These territories, among the most attractive in France, are also those where it is becoming increasingly difficult to find housing. Between soaring prices, shortage of affordable housing, and tourist pressure, many French people find themselves at an impasse. For some, looking for an alternative solution […]
05/05/2025
Free accommodation and housing benefits: what you need to know
Understanding whether you can receive housing benefits while staying somewhere for free isn’t always straightforward. Conditions, impact on benefits, and key rules explained to help you avoid mistakes and secure your situation.
02/05/2025
How to rent a room or accommodation for free with no fees?
Renting a room or accommodation for free without any fees may seem impossible, but there are several innovative solutions to achieve it. Whether through service exchanges, specialized platforms, or hosting programs, it is possible to find options suited to your needs. In this article, we will explore the […]
25/10/2024
Theme park weekend: how to reduce your costs ?
Enjoy a weekend at Europe’s top theme parks without overspending. Discover how to reduce your accommodation costs with housing in exchange for services and travel differently.
24/02/2022
Travel the world with housing in exchange for services
Traveling the world without blowing your budget is possible. With housing in exchange for services, enjoy free accommodation in return for a few hours of help, while living a unique and authentic experience.
17/02/2022
Permaculture & housing through service exchange
Discover how permaculture can become a practical way to find alternative accommodation. By offering your eco-friendly gardening skills, you can access free or low-cost housing through service exchange.
03/02/2022
Find a free apartment in Paris
Paris, the city of love, culture, fashion, and French chic. What you haven't been told is that Paris is a city where costs are excessively high: Parisian life is quite expensive when you are a student. Given the attractive and dynamic reputation of the city, […]
05/01/2021
Affordable student housing: the best solutions
Finding <strong>affordable student housing</strong> is becoming a real challenge in major cities every year. Rising rents and increasing transport costs are putting growing pressure on student budgets. As a result, accessing suitable and affordable accommodation is becoming more difficult than ever.
17/08/2020
Couchsurfing: have you ever tried travelling for free?
What if your next friends were already waiting for you around the world? Couchsurfing allows you to meet locals and travel for free through a global community built on exchange, hospitality and trust.
19/06/2019
Living in Paris without breaking the bank? It's possible!
A flagship destination for students seeking professional opportunities, Paris is now a metropolis that attracts a new, more mobile population. However, this population faces more budget constraints. Finding decent housing in Paris can quickly become a real challenge. Is Parisian life therefore reserved for an elite? The answer is […]
04/03/2019