Renting Guides
Practical advice to help you rent with confidence
First-time renter's checklist
Everything you need to know before signing your first tenancy agreement, from budgeting to what questions to ask at viewings.
Understanding your tenancy agreement
A plain-English guide to the clauses in your contract — what is standard, what is unusual, and what to push back on.
Know your rights as a tenant
Your legal rights around repairs, deposits, eviction notices, and more under current UK housing law.
Moving checklist
A week-by-week plan for a stress-free move, from setting up utilities to redirecting your post.
How to get your deposit back
Practical tips for documenting the property condition and resolving disputes through the deposit protection scheme.
Dealing with repairs and maintenance
How to report issues, what your landlord is legally obligated to fix, and what to do if repairs are ignored.