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User Interview about your recent home fixing or remodelling experience

4 years ago

Hi there! I am a UX student and I need two people to interview today or tomorrow 28/04/20 or on 29/02/20, people between the age of 20 - 40 who rent or own a house in the UK. I'm trying to collect information about the home services market and consumers opinions.

The session should take about 30 -35 mins and when successfully completed I will send out £ 20 compensation. Please message me if interested.

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