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Who Can Be a Guarantor for Renting?

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Who can be a guarantor for renting? A guarantor is often a close relative, but they don’t have to be. Let's share the ins & outs.

How Much Deposit for Rent?

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How much deposit for rent? It's usually the same as 4-5 weeks' rent. Let's take a look at the ins & outs and answer some questions.

What is an Assured Shorthold Tenancy?

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So, what is an assured shorthold tenancy? Most private tenants have one, but many are still unaware of the ins & outs.

What Bills Do You Pay When Renting?

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What bills do you pay when renting? Who’s responsible for what? Let’s take a closer look so you can get a better handle on your finances.

What is a Holding Deposit?

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What is a holding deposit? How much can you be charged? When should you expect to get it back? Here’s a handy guide.

Best Time to Rent a House: A Breakdown

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There’s one common question often asked by tenants. When is the best time to rent a house? The answer can be a tricky one, as busy periods mean...

Understanding Your Rental Property Inventory

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Renting a new property? The inventory will be important for getting your deposit back! Read on for more on understanding your rental property invent...

Receiving Notice to Vacate – What to Do

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There are many legal requirements your landlord must fulfill that have been put in place to protect you. You still have rights as a tenant!

How to Make a Complaint Against a Landlord or Agency

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You should have every expectation that any issues that arise during your tenancy will be swiftly dealt with.

Decorating Your Rental Home

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There are plenty of ways for decorating your rental home without affecting your deposit when tenancy is over. Check it out!

Deposit Alternatives – A New Deposit Choice for Renters

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A big issue for anyone renting a property, whether for the first time or moving from one rented home to another, is raising the deposit. The deposit is...

Who Can Be a Guarantor for Renting?

How Much Deposit for Rent?

What is an Assured Shorthold Tenancy?

What Bills Do You Pay When Renting?

What is a Holding Deposit?

Best Time to Rent a House: A Breakdown

Understanding Your Rental Property Inventory

Receiving Notice to Vacate – What to Do

How to Make a Complaint Against a Landlord or Agency

Renting a Home Advice | Podcast S2E6

End of Tenancy Guide | Podcast S2E5

Good Tenant Qualities: Renting Guide | Podcast S2E4

Decorating Your Rental Home

Deposit Alternatives – A New Deposit Choice for Renters

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Who Can Be a Guarantor for Renting?

How Much Deposit for Rent?

What is an Assured Shorthold Tenancy?

What Bills Do You Pay When Renting?

What is a Holding Deposit?

Best Time to Rent a House: A Breakdown

Understanding Your Rental Property Inventory

Receiving Notice to Vacate – What to Do

How to Make a Complaint Against a Landlord or Agency

Renting a Home Advice | Podcast S2E6

End of Tenancy Guide | Podcast S2E5

Good Tenant Qualities: Renting Guide | Podcast S2E4

Decorating Your Rental Home

Deposit Alternatives – A New Deposit Choice for Renters

Know your rights and responsibilities as a tenant

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