Home Sharers

Olive & Coop is an innovative platform that offers renters lower rent in exchange for work in or around the home. We connect senior homeowners with conscientious renters to provide a better living solution for both sides. Here are some tips to help you find the best homeowners for you:

Think about what the ideal living situation would look like to you.
Consider location, rental payment options, flexible lease options, the hours you keep, sleep habits, work hours, homeowner’s guest policy, parking, storage for your things, internet usage, utilities, level of cleanliness, etc.
You can research potential homeowners you may be interested in meeting via Google or social media accounts.
Be sure to highlight the personal and work qualities that will make you a desirable renter. When meeting a potential homeowner, it’s important to put your best foot forward.
It is a good idea to obtain your own criminal background check and 2-3 references before meeting a potential homeowner. Criminal background checks are inexpensive and reassure the homeowner that you are who you say you are.
Be prepared to provide a credit report, if requested by a potential homeowner.
Olive & Coop is affiliated with RentPrep.com, which provides a combined rental background and credit check package for $21, as well as a $6 add-on for a criminal background check. You can find out more about RentPrep in the Olive & Coop Toolkit link below.