Understanding and succeeding in shared living – the ToitChezMoi blog
Through this blog, ToitChezMoi shares content to help better understand shared and supportive living arrangements.
Practical articles, personal stories, key considerations and best practices: this blog is for anyone interested in living in, or offering, a more human and supportive housing solution, built on trust and mutual respect.
Housing in exchange for services: living with strangers?
Housing in exchange for services allows a Host to offer a room within their home in exchange for, for example, small jobs, help for the elderly, or babysitting. This practice usually takes place between people who do not know each other. This can be worrying at first, but living together with strangers has […]
02/06/2020
End of lockdown: Change your life easily and for free
The lockdown was conducive to reflection, even introspection for some of us. Many French people want to change their lives and see the future differently! The idea of moving to the other end of France interests you. However, are you apprehensive about the financial constraints it entails? Consider changing your life easily and for free […]
20/05/2020
Lockdown: I gave my notice and I have to leave the accommodation, what happens next?
The health crisis due to Covid-19 and the resulting lockdown measures constitute a case of force majeure, which will affect your moving project. It is impossible to carry out a move with more than 5 people. Under these conditions, tenants who planned to move during this period will face […]
24/04/2020
Intergenerational cohabitation explained
With a saturated real estate market, it is difficult to find a rental when you have a small budget. Every school year, many students face housing searches made difficult due to their limited resources. Intergenerational cohabitation is the alternative and innovative solution aimed at young people and seniors. Focus on […]
11/03/2020
Offer free accommodation in exchange for services, what does the law say?
You have an empty room or a small vacant studio and you especially need help at home, some DIY, shopping, childcare, or companionship for elderly people… The housing in exchange for services appeals to you. However, you are not quite sure if it is legal or not. We […]
08/08/2019
Have you ever tried Couchsurfing?
You have friends all over the world, you just haven't met them yet… In 2 words, what is Couchsurfing? Couchsurfing connects members to a global community of supportive Cohabitants. The practice involves offering accommodation to Cohabitants (host-host). Or conversely, being hosted in the […]
19/06/2019
Make your listing attractive on ToitChezMoi
Have you just signed up on ToitChezMoi ? Welcome ! Discover our tips to make your listing attractive and maximize its visibility. Whether you are a host or a supportive cohabitant, the listing is a showcase of your personality or the living environment you offer, so it is important to take care of it. The creation of your […]
18/04/2019
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
Family looking for good deals
You are a single parent, have a large family, or you are looking for someone to help you daily. You have a room or accommodation available and you have heard about hosting or room in exchange for services but you don't know how to proceed. Stay tuned, we explain everything to you! The keys to the accommodation in exchange for services? It's […]
15/01/2019
Single-parent family: offer a shared apartment in exchange for services and break the loneliness
Did you know that more than one in five families is a single-parent family? So if you yourself are single with dependent child(ren), considered a single or isolated dad or mom, you are part of the 2 million families called "Single-Parent". Single parenthood: a difficult situation Not easy to manage everything when you […]
10/01/2019
COMPANION LADY: Offer accommodation in exchange for service
You or one of your loved ones feels lonely or is in a situation of dependency. You have a room to offer in exchange for a little presence or help? Call on a lady or a gentleman companion, in exchange for a free room or accommodation. A win-win relationship for both parties We […]
02/01/2019
Students looking for good deals?
Housing in exchange for services, does that ring a bell? Are you wondering if it's right for you and how to benefit from it? We offer you here the keys necessary for sharing housing in exchange for services. Follow the guide... Housing in exchange for services, free accommodation? It's when a Host, a single-parent family, a large family, or others decide to […]
18/12/2018