One of the most common questions for new members is whether home exchanges must happen at the same time. The answer is simple: not at all! With HomeExchange, you can choose between reciprocal and non-reciprocal exchanges, offering maximum flexibility for your travels.
| Type of exchanges | How it works |
|---|---|
| Reciprocal exchange: simultaneous | Both members exchange homes at the same time, perfect for aligned vacation dates. |
| Reciprocal exchange: non-simultaneous | You host first (or later) and stay at your exchange partner’s home at another time that works for both. |
| Exchange with GuestPoints | You earn points when you welcome someone into your home, and then use them later to stay in another member’s home. |
| Hospitality exchange | You host guests in your home while you’re there. |
1- Reciprocal exchange: simultaneous
This is the “classic” option and works well when vacation dates line up. It’s ideal for summer holidays or seasonal trips when both families are away at the same time.
2- Reciprocal exchange: non-simultaneous
Perfect for second homes or flexible hosts, this option means you don’t need to travel on the exact same dates. You can host at one point if your home is available and travel later as a guest with the same member, making exchanges easier to arrange.
3- Exchange with GuestPoints
When dates don’t align at all, GuestPoints make exchanges possible. You can host members, earn GuestPoints and use them to stay somewhere else whenever it suits you. This system opens up the entire HomeExchange community to you.
4- Hospitality exchange
With this option, members don’t swap homes at the same time or leave their house empty. Instead, they host fellow travelers while still living there, and later get the chance to stay with them in return. It’s a great way to share meals, local tips, and meaningful connections, especially for those who enjoy a more social travel experience.
HomeExchange: everything to make traveling easy
Whether you exchange reciprocally, at different times, or through GuestPoints, HomeExchange adapts to your schedule. This flexibility is what makes it so simple for members to travel more often, without stress.
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