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Things to consider when swapping your home

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  • You can find someone to swap with by registering on the HomeSwapper website (Free for Sanctuary tenants) or other exchange websites. We have provided more advice on how to find someone to swap with in our Mutual Exchange FAQs.
  • Please be aware that exchanging partners can change their mind and cancel an exchange at any point in the process.
  • If you move to another landlord, your rights may change, so check this first. This could be because the type of tenancy you are granted maybe different to the type of tenancy you hold, or succession rights have been exceeded.
  • You will need to visit the other home to make sure you are happy with it. 
  • Once you have found someone to exchange with you should complete an expression of interest form so we can complete some pre-eligibility checks prior to you applying to establish if you are eligible for an exchange.  
  • For any tenancy with Sanctuary, one weeks rent in advance will be required.
  • All Sanctuary tenants must have a clear rent account, at the time of exchange.
  • It is illegal for you or the other tenant to charge a fee as part of the tenancy exchange.  You could be evicted if you charge or receive any money to swap your home.
  • You must not arrange to move until consent has been given and the paperwork has been signed.

Further information

Mutual Exchange FAQs