I’m relatively new to HE so there might be a simple answer to this question but it seems so many HE’ers won’t engage in GP exchanges. That seems odd to me considering not everyone can do reciprocal exchanges at all times. I would love to hear from folks, especially those that refuse to take GP’s, as to the rationale so I can better understand. Thanks!
Welcome on Homeexchange rwinchesterIII
Many members do GP exchanges.
As far as i am concerned i prefer reciprocical exchanges.
They can be simultaneous or non simultaneous.
I think the relationship is different.
However to maximise my chances, i often propose all the possibilities (simultaneous, non simulraneous or GP exchanges).
I keep the GPs for special research.
It can be precise dates, last minute trip or locality with a few listings so hard to conclude a reciprocal exchange.
We have been doing exchanges for many years, long before GPs were introduced. I have an aversion to GPs. It seems to change the whole nature of exchanging. Despite the fact that we clearly say we aren’t interested in GPs, we still get many requests for that sort of exchange. Some write that they only be with us for an evening meal! We are not a hotel. We live in an open plan loft in Central London. We don’t want to host strangers in our flat.
Exactly, I do only guests points exchanges as this is the best option for all 
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