Happyanna Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 Hello I need your opinions please! My dad is planning to get 2 student lodgers. He has a large pleasant but cold house, he is thinking he might cater for those who live there. So.. my questions.. Would you be happy to have your meals made for you? If so how often and what sort of meals? What facilities would you expect ? Like TV internet land line use.. washer drier, parking etc etc Oh and how much rent would you pay? Many thanks Anna xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie_shef Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 Hello I need your opinions please! My dad is planning to get 2 student lodgers. He has a large pleasant but cold house, he is thinking he might cater for those who live there. So.. my questions.. Would you be happy to have your meals made for you? If so how often and what sort of meals? What facilities would you expect ? Like TV internet land line use.. washer drier, parking etc etc Oh and how much rent would you pay? Many thanks Anna xx Hi, I'm not a student but maybe I can give some advice! I suppose it all depends on the type of student your dad is interested in. For example, someone in their first/second year of an undergraduate programme may have very different demands to another studying a postgraduate course. Perhaps, if any students reply to this thread they could state what kind/status of student they are too. A student in a postgraduate programme may have a more steady routine, and thus would be able to have a more regular timetable and be able to make meals. I suppose if meals weren't provided then there would need to be some expectation that they could use the kitchen to prepare their own, perhaps some fridge space etc. In terms of facilities I feel that an internet connection and wireless would probably be the most standard one, which would trump a TV. Washer/dryer would also be an added bonus. Parking probably depends on the location of the accommodation - it would probably be also difficult for your dad to arrange parking if there wasn't already parking available so perhaps no need to worry too much about this one. I have no idea about what to charge, and it would really depend on a range of factors (which you've got above plus others). Perhaps have a look at some of the prices for house lodging offered through the universities to see the price difference between catered and non catered etc. Sorry I can't really be of much help - but it might be a start! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happyanna Posted September 20, 2017 Author Share Posted September 20, 2017 Thanks! Yes that's a good start.. I hope a few students will reply, especially about the catering option Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
francypants Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 Another point to remember is your dad would have to inform his insurance company. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geared Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 Don't take this the wrong way but it sounds like an utterly terrible idea. Most people don't want to share the same street with students, let alone a house. As for facilities they will want high speed internet (unlimited), washer/dryer, kitchen/fridge space and a decent bathroom. It's highly unlikely they will want anyone cooking for them, nor will they want to share mealtime with anyone. Most likely they won't clear up after themselves and will come home at all times of day and night, sometimes with a companion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sibon Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 I'm with geared on this, it sounds like a recipe for disaster. Why not try to let your spare rooms to actors visiting the city. Have a look at this site for ideas: https://www.theatredigsbooker.com/towns/sheffield Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flexo Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 Students are exempt from Council Tax and won't want to contribute towards it, but the rate your father pays wouldn't change. I totally agree with geared... Older working people would be a better fit. It's normal to have potential lodgers come visit and chat to find out whether they would get on. Neither wants to live with someone who will clash with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happyanna Posted September 20, 2017 Author Share Posted September 20, 2017 Thanks, I think my dad wants to dip his toes in the water maybe just for a term to see how he gets on.. I think mature students would certainly suit him better than young uns! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Cid Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 Better to have paying lodgers than be on his own? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happyanna Posted September 20, 2017 Author Share Posted September 20, 2017 Yes.. thats his thought.. it will give him s bit more to do, and some company (hopefully) Thanks all for the replies.. keep em coming! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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