Swapping your home with another tenant
Mutual exchange is when two or more tenants living in a housing association or council property swap homes.
As long as your tenancy agreement allows mutual exchange and you meet the criteria, it can be a great way to find a home that better suits your needs.
How can I swap my home?
To get started with a mutual exchange, you can sign up to HomeSwapper, an online service that connects tenants across the UK who are looking to move. HomeSwapper helps you:
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Search for homes locally and nationwide
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Find matches based on your preferences
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Connect with other tenants looking to swap
Registration is free for our customers, and it’s simple to create an account and start searching.
What happens next?
Once you’ve found a potential match and applied for a swap, we’ll review your request. As part of this process, we’ll look at things like:
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How you’ve managed your tenancy
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Whether your rent account is up to date
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Whether any legal notices (such as a notice of seeking possession) have been served
Things to keep in mind
Being approved for a mutual exchange doesn’t guarantee a move. There are conditions that must be met, and:
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All parties involved in the swap must agree
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The properties must be suitable for each household
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Final approval must be given before the exchange can go ahead
Important information about mutual exchange
Before you agree to swap your home, it’s important to understand that moving to a different home or landlord may mean some things change.
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Your rent amount may be different
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Service charges may change depending on the property and landlord
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Your tenancy terms and conditions may not be the same
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Your rights, such as the Right to Buy or Right to Acquire, could be affected
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The type of tenancy you’re offered may also differ
Get started today
Registering with HomeSwapper is the first step towards finding your next home.
