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Fees, Please: A Simple Guide to Understanding Landlord and Letting Agent Charges Under the Tenant Fees Act 2019

30 May 2023

Understand the fees that you can and can't be charged by your landlord or letting agent.  Read more »

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The Rent Hike Rollercoaster: Why It's Tough for Renters in the Current Cost of Living Crisis

30 May 2023

Rising rent is an issue that's particularly stinging at the moment, given the current cost of living crisis sweeping through the UK. So, why is this such a big deal for renters? Well, let's dive into that.  Read more »

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Breaking Free: 6 Step Guide to Navigating Early Termination of a UK Tenancy Agreement

30 May 2023

Find help and information on what to do if you need to end your private rental tenancy early for any reason.  Read more »

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Facing Financial Hurdles: 7 Empathetic Steps for UK Renters Struggling with Rent

30 May 2023

If you're currently finding it hard to pay your rent, know that you're not alone and there are steps you can take to navigate this challenging period.  Read more »

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What Does The Renter’s Reform Bill Mean for Tenants: Pets, Evictions and a New Ombudsman

23 May 2023

The Renter’s Reform Bill is out! We’ve laid out the most relevant parts of the bill for tenants and what changes they will bring for private renters when they take effect.  Read more »

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Rents Just For The Rich? The Crisis Of Affordable Private Rented Housing In Southwark And Lambeth

23 May 2023

Soaring rents are pushing all but the highest earners out of many parts of Southwark and Lambeth, according to new data. Average earners risk being pushed out as wealthy tenants snap up inner city rentals.  Read more »

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Free Legal Help And Advice For Renters In Southwark And Lambeth

18 May 2023

We've compiled a handy guide for residents in Southwark and Lambeth to find free legal advice. Check it out!  Read more »

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Is Marks Out Of Tenancy Really Bad News For Landlords?

18 May 2023

Is Marks Out Of Tenancy just a platform set up by vindictive renters to bash landlords? Or did we actually create this place because we want to improve the sector as a whole, including for landlords themselves?  Read more »

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The Power of Rating Your Landlord: Driving Change in the Private Rental Sector

4 May 2023

Discover the power of tenant reviews in driving positive change within the private rental sector. Learn how review platforms not only provide transparency and uphold freedom of speech, but also serve as a valuable resource for landlords to learn from feedback and improve their properties and services.  Read more »

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Can I Be Sued For Posting A Negative Review Of A Landlord On Marks Out Of Tenancy?

2 May 2023

Statements that are true or that reflect an honest opinion are not usually themselves a basis for defamation. There may be times when landlords disagree with reviews left on our platform. In this article we discuss how disputes can be resolved for both landlords and tenants.  Read more »