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Different types of rented accommodation

Different types of landlords and how to find a suitable home, including information about student accommodation and supported housing

Tenancy deposits advice for tenants (tenancy deposits protection section)

How the tenancy deposit scheme works and what to do when you move in and move out

Private rent and tenancies

What is a tenancy and what are the different kinds? Find out here

What to do when things go wrong with renting

Advice to help you deal with problems such as harassment and eviction

Health and safety in rented accommodation

Check that your landlord is keeping your accommodation to legal standards of health and safety

Renting a room

If you share a house with others then the issues and your rights are explained here

Problems with your landlord

Find out what help you may be able to get from your local council if you experience trouble with your landlord

Living in shared accommodation

Find out your rights if you live in shared accommodation and whether your landlord needs a property licence

Housing standards in rented accommodation

Find out about housing standards for rented accommodation and how to ensure that your property is fit for habitation

Repairing your home: short lease tenants

Find out what your repairing obligations are if you are a tenant with a short lease

Housing advice - representation in court

Information for homeowners and tenants attending hearings in possession proceedings brought on grounds of arrears

Protection against eviction

How the law protects you against harassment and illegal eviction

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