A mutual exchange is when a tenant swaps homes with another tenant. In Scottish Borders, you can arrange one by registering with Homeswapper or using House Exchange, and you should also contact your landlord for approval and advice.
| What to do | Details | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Check if you can swap | Scottish Borders says a Registered Social Landlord tenant can make a mutual swap with other tenants. | |
| Register for an exchange | Register with Homeswapper to request a mutual exchange throughout Scottish Borders and the UK. | |
| Ask your landlord | Your landlord can give more information and must make a decision based on your circumstances in exceptional cases. |
If you’re a housing association or social landlord tenant, House Exchange is another organisation that coordinates house exchanges across the country.