Safety
How to search for rooms and roommates safely
Checks to make before a viewing, payment, or agreement, and warning signs to watch for.
Before a viewing
Keep initial communication on the platform, check that details are consistent, and share the viewing address and time with someone you trust.
Before paying
Do not pay to reserve a place you have not verified. Check who has the right to rent it, read the terms, and keep evidence of every transaction.
When something feels wrong
Pressure for immediate payment, refusal of a viewing, inconsistent details, and an implausibly low price are reasons to stop. Report the issue and move to another option.
Continue with live options
Move from research to current rooms and profiles available on Flatshare.