In the last two months we’ve made £2,000, which is far more than we would have got with a long-term lodger (as well as being much more flexible – we can block off any days we want).
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A recent report by a thinktank has raised concerns about a proposed two-child cap, which could potentially affect an additional 670,000 children in the next five years. The cap, which is part of the government’s welfare reforms, would limit child tax credits to two children per household. The thinktank warns that this could have a significant impact on low-income families and could push them further into poverty.
In other news, a homeowner shares their experience of using the popular home-sharing app, Airbnb. After seeing an advertisement on the London Underground promising to turn spare rooms into cash, the homeowner decided to give it a try. Despite initial language barriers and the challenge of convincing their husband to clear out their spare room, the homeowner soon found success. With the help of an Airbnb Superhost, they were able to secure their first booking within 24 hours. After months of hosting and receiving positive reviews, the homeowner has earned over £2,000, making it a lucrative alternative to traditional long-term lodgers.
However, not all money problems have such easy solutions. One reader shares their frustration with a damaged fence caused by weeds on their neighbor’s property. Despite attempts to address the issue, the neighbor has shown no interest in resolving the problem, leaving the reader at a loss for what to do next.
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