Renters' Rights

Paying rent is one of the most important responsibilities you have as a tenant. Knowing how, when, and why to pay properly can help you avoid disputes, stay protected legally, and build a good relationship with your landlord.

Learn essential safety tips for tenants living in a rented property in our guide to staying safe, from landlord responsibilities to securing your rental home and protecting your belongings.

Renting is a two-way relationship between landlords and tenants. Take a look at our guide to creating and maintaining a good relationship with your landlord.

Learn your rights as a tenant on broken appliance repairs in rented properties. Understand landlord responsibilities, escalation steps, and insurance options.

If your tenancy is coming to and end and you’re unsure whether to renew your rental agreement or find a new place to rent, our guide will help you decide.

If you've got a rental inspection coming up, check out our tenants' guide on what to expect and what your landlord or letting agent is looking for.

Our guide to spring clean and organising in a rented home can help you maintain your property while also protecting your rental deposit.

When looking for a rental property, both landlords and tenants must consider whether a furnished or unfurnished property aligns best with their needs. This decision can have a significant impact on various factors, including rental income, tenant turnover, initial costs, and overall convenience.

If your landlord decides to sell the property you’re renting, it can feel unsettling, and you might not be sure what steps to take next. The good news is that, as a tenant in the UK, you have certain rights that protect you during this transition.

To ensure you receive the entire deposit, it's important to understand the expectations set by your landlord and the laws that govern these agreements. This guide will help you through the steps to take to maximise the likelihood of getting your full rental deposit returned.

Dealing with nightmare neighbours in a rented property can be one of the most stressful experiences tenants face. Whether it’s persistent noise, harassment, or other disruptive behaviours, these issues can significantly impact your quality of life and sense of peace at home.

If you’re renting a house for the first time then there might be a few things you’re not aware of. Check out our guide for tenants moving into their first rented property.

Renting with a housemate can be a rewarding way to share expenses, split responsibilities, and build meaningful connections, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. Read our guide on living in a shared property.

By making mindful choices, such as reducing energy consumption, minimising waste, and using eco-conscious products, tenants can play a meaningful role in the global effort to protect our planet.

Renting a property comes with numerous costs beyond just the rent. Understanding these costs upfront is essential for avoiding any surprises. In this guide, we’ll explore the various costs that you should factor in when renting in the UK, ensuring you understand the full financial commitment before you sign a rental agreement.

Winter can be a challenging season for maintaining a home, particularly when it comes to rented properties. Both tenants and landlords have roles to play in ensuring the property remains safe, comfortable, and well-maintained during cold weather. Understanding these responsibilities can help prevent disputes and keep the home in top condition throughout the season.

Winter is here, and with the drop in temperatures, renters can face challenges in keeping their homes warm, safe, and energy-efficient.

Finding a good rental property can be challenging. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you through the process, from defining your needs to signing a rental agreement.

A comprehensive letting guide for landlords about how to find renters, how to advertise their property and how to keep good tenants in their rental homes.

A guide to make moving house easier and less stressful, as well as tips for packing a house to move and information you need to change when you move house.

Landlords are legally required to ensure their rental properties meet basic standards. Read our 2024 guide that answers the question: "What legal obligations do landlords have for making repairs?"

Do you need permission from your landlord to decorate your rental property? Check out our handy guide on what to do, what to avoid and how to stay in your landlords good books.

If you're renting a property, you might be wondering who’s responsible for maintaining the garden. Should the tenant or landlord cut the grass? Is it the landlord or tenant that’s responsible for fixing a damaged wall or fence? Our comprehensive 2024 guide has all the answers, whether you're a landlord, letting agent or a tenant.

Black mould in rental properties can be extremely dangerous. Our guide on the how, what, who and where seeks to answer some of the major questions.

Navigating the world of renting can be tricky, especially when it comes to getting your deposit back from your landlord. But don't fret - we've compiled the top 10 tips to help you reclaim your deposit with ease. From understanding the Tenancy Deposit Schemes to maintaining regular upkeep and documenting everything, we've got you covered.

Remember, your home is your private space, and your landlord should respect that. If they're forgetting their manners (and the law), by entering your property unannounced and unauthorised, there are tools to help you to handle it.

Finding out that your rent is going up can feel like a real kick in the teeth. We get it - it's tough. But take a deep breath, because we're here to help you navigate this tricky situation.

The Power to Make it Right: 8 Essential Steps for UK Renters in Unfit Homes

We've all heard the stories: a leaky tap that turns into a flooded bathroom, a draughty window that lets the winter chill seep in, or a broken boiler that leaves you shivering in the middle of a cold snap. Let's dive into this topic so you can ensure your rented home remains a comfortable, secure, and habitable haven.

Landlord hassles? You're not alone. Let's take a closer look at how you can deal with landlord harassment in the UK.

As a renter, it's crucial to know what maintenance and repair responsibilities fall under your landlord's jurisdiction and what tasks might fall onto your own shoulders. Pull up and chair and let's have a look!

The Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST) is a fundamental element of the private rental sector in the UK. It was established by the Housing Act 1988, revolutionising the private rental market by clearly defining the rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants.

Everything might not always seem as legit as it is. Scratch under the surface, see what you can find about your rental property or landlord.

There's loads of information about renting available on the internet. So why is the Ministry of Housing 'How To Rent' guidebook so useful?

If you're starting a company from home, do you need permission from your landlord? In a word: 'Yes', but find out some reasons why in the article

As a tenant, you have the right to ‘quiet enjoyment’ in your rental property.

What are the basic right with tenancy deposits? We dig in to the basics of tenancy deposits here.

What are the basic rights you have as a tenant to live in a safe home? Read our guide for tenants' rights in a rented home.

If you’re renting in England or Wales, it’s important to understand that landlords aren’t under legal obligation to provide written tenancy agreements. Still, not having a tenancy agreement in writing places both the landlord and the tenant at a disadvantage.

The Tenants Fees ban. What is it? What fees are banned? What does it all mean for letting agents, landlords and tenants? Click through to read our summary.

Your landlord's not repairing your home, not responding to calls or texts. Your rent's due. Should you stop paying until he sorts it out?

Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms aren't just for waving tea towels at when they go off - they're potential life-savers, but who's responsible for maintaining them? You or your landlord?

We're not all perfect. Sometimes things go wrong. If you have a complaint about your landlord, who should you complain to?

Blu Tack - friend or foe? If your landlord won't let you use Blu Tack to hand things on the walls in your rented home, find out some alternatives.

Who has to trim the Cynodon dactylon? Does the tenant have to cut the Fagus sylvatica? We discuss all things gardeny in this article.

The oven has just broken in our rented flat. Is it the landlord’s responsibility to repair the oven?

You may have heard of a 'Rent Repayment Order', but what is it? how does it work? can someone help me do it?

Looking for 10 top tips from actual renters on how to get your tenancy deposit back? We've got your back.

Who? Why? Where? How? These questions and more answered in this article about these piggy-in-the-middle organisations.