How does SpareRoom work?
SpareRoom is free to use. Anyone can post a Free Ad and contact all Bold Ads (blue), and other Free Ads (grey) more than 7 days old. Upgraded users can also post Bold Ads, which are free for everyone to contact, appear higher up the results list and get (on average) double the enquiries.
What does new mean on SpareRoom?
In broad terms the ads are ranked in this order: Brand new ads (posted in last 24 hours) or newly reinstated (renewed in last 24 hours having expired more than a month ago – ie same room available again having been previously let) Most relevant location-wise. Bold ads first.
What do you say in a room wanted ad?
How to post a free Room Wanted ad
- Include a photo of yourself – People respond to photos, so having a photo means more clicks on your ad and therefore more people seeing you.
- Tell people a bit about yourself.
- Tell people what you need – Under amenities required, tick the most essential items.
How safe is SpareRoom?
Don’t be scared. By exercising a little caution you will vastly reduce the risk of anything untoward happening to you. The vast majority of SpareRoom transactions are safe and secure because we invest time, money and staff hours into making sure they are.
How do I write a spare room ad?
Make your listing stand out from the crowd
- Take advantage of the photo and video upload features.
- Give your ad a catchy title.
- Make the most of the description.
- Don’t just sell the room, sell the flat.
- Don’t just sell the flat, sell the area.
- Know who you’re advertising to.
- Make it personal.
- Update your ad.
Is spare room a good website?
“A GOOD SITE BUT NOT FREE” I have used this site for 2 years and found it very well organized, the search is easy and fast and it has a lot of people from all over the world, so your choice is great. It is a little bit expensive but considering I was able to find good roommates within a week, I really can’t complain.
How do I write a SpareRoom ad?
How do I advertise a roomate?
The 9 Best Roommate Finders on the Web
- Craigslist. Let’s start with the obvious: Craigslist.
- Padmapper. With its free, map-based interface, PadMapper makes it easy to find apartments in a particular neighborhood or even on a particular block.
- Roomie Match.
- Roommates.com.
- Roomi.
- Roomster.
- 7. Facebook.
- Alumni Networks.
Are spare rooms good?
We have both manual and automated systems in place that will pick up the majority of attempted scams – preventing scammers from sending messages or placing ads. As a result, most flatshares created on our site are totally legitimate – with great landlords and agents who play by the rules.
How do I advertise my room for rent?
The primary websites for rental advertising
- Apartments.com.
- Avail.co.
- Hotpads.
- Realtor.com.
- Zillow.com.
- Trulia.com.
- Craigslist.
How do I send a message to Spareroom?
To contact any advertiser just click on ‘Email advertiser’ to send them a message. If they’ve provided their number, click on ‘Phone advertiser’ to call. You’ll find these in the contact box on the right of their advert.
Do you have to have adverts on spareroom?
We recommend you post an advert to get the best from SpareRoom (it’s free) so other users know what you’re looking for or offering. There are two types of advert you can choose from – Free Ads and Bold Ads. Bold Ads and all adverts over 7 days old are free to contact.
Can you get a room on spareroom for free?
Anyone can use SpareRoom completely free. If you’re looking for a room and want to contact all adverts straight away, you can choose to upgrade to get early bird access. If you choose not to upgrade, you’ll still be able to contact the blue bold adverts and ads over 7 days old.
What does spare room mean in British English?
Translations for ‘spare room’. British English: spare room /spɛə ruːm; rʊm/ NOUN. A spare room is a bedroom which is kept especially for visitors to sleep in.
How does email alerts work on spareroom?
Email Alerts. These are sent by SpareRoom on a daily basis (if you request them) and notify you of any new adverts posted that match your criteria. You can click on the link (s) to go straight to the advert (s) on SpareRoom. Direct replies to your advert from other users.