Category: Being a Tenant

Moving Out: Essential Steps for a Smooth Experience

Moving out for the first time is an exciting experience, but it can be daunting. Whether you’re heading into a beautiful rental property or have just purchased your first home, the thought of packing up your possessions and making a new start in a new house is often overwhelming. Fortunately, you’re not the first person …

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4 Energy-Saving Myths and what Tenants Should Do Instead

We have all witnessed domestic energy bills rising sharply since last year, which is seriously impacting household budgets in every part of the country. Despite the government’s recent announcement that the planned Energy Price Guarantee increase of 20% will now be delayed until July, keeping the cap at £2,500, there is not knowing what will …

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Co-Operation on Redecoration – Avoiding DIY Disputes

Personalising a property When the Scottish Government announced plans for ‘A New Deal for Tenants’ in late 2021, one of the proposals concerned giving tenants greater flexibility to personalise their homes and keep pets. In August 2022 the government published an analysis of responses to this Draft Rented Sector Strategy, which contained a variety of …

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Energy Bills – Who’s Responsible and Help at Hand

Energy bill crisis The impact of global events on our energy supply and the cost to use it are making headlines on a daily basis. Governments have introduced initiatives to help householders out, yet there are still distressing stories of people having to choose between heating and eating and some startling figures relating to energy …

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Design Ideas to Optimise Small Spaces

Regardless of whether you live in a studio or a room, these design ideas will help you optimise small spaces and create a comfortable living environment. The first thing that comes to mind when we think about small spaces is the lack of furniture and storage options. However, there are ways to make the most …

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Renting For First Timers: What to Look For

If you’re a first-time renter, you may be wondering what it takes to find the perfect flat for your needs and budget. Finding an affordable rental can be difficult if you don’t know where to start. We have some tips that will help you get started on finding the right place for you. Start with …

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