What is mutual exchange?
Mutual exchange is a house swap between council and housing association tenants. Since the introduction of the bedroom tax, some tenants are looking to downsize to a smaller property. A mutual exchange can also benefit households wanting to move to a larger property.
To be eligible for an exchange, all tenants involved must have an assured or secure tenancy. Tenants in temporary accommodation on a licence agreement or in supported accommodation on a shorthold are not able to exchange.
If you have identified another Broadland property that you would like to exchange with, please complete and return this form to us:
What is the new Cat Law in 2024? Is Microchipping Compulsory?
By law, all pet cats in England must be microchipped before they reach the age of 20 weeks, except for unowned cats like feral and community cats. Indoor-only cats must be microchipped as well. As part of the new rules, you must keep your contact details up to date on a Defra-approved microchipping database.
According to the new law, all pet cats should have been microchipped by 10 June 2024. If you missed this deadline and didn’t take action to have your cat microchipped within the 21 days following it, you may face a fine of up to £500.
Find a mutual exchange property
The House Exchange website brings together tenants who want to swap homes, and includes non-Broadland properties. Using the site is easy and free. To register, simply visit http://broadland.houseexchange.org.uk and complete your details online. Remember to add a description and pictures of your property to maximise your chances of a successful swap!
Once you’ve registered and your details have been approved, your property will appear in our database.
You’ll be able to search for:
- a specific property
- people who want your property
- a match both ways or a three-way search
You’ll also be able to share your property advert on House Exchange’s Facebook and Twitter pages.
If you have an intermediate rent tenancy you are not eligible for House Exchange.