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As the credit crunch strangles Briton's finances, more people are taking in lodgers to ensure they can cover mortgage repayments.

Maxine McKenzie from Directgov, the government website providing access to all public services, is no hand to talk you through all the pitfall of taking lodgers.

We'll be looking at the tax implications, how to pick a good lodger and what you have to legally provide as a landlord.

Opting to share your home with someone who could be a complete stranger is a difficult decision and there are plenty and scare stories - and success stories - out there.

Join us on October 28th at 3pm to discuss how you can earn some extra cash this autumn through taking a lodger.

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