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Renting Property
 


About this section


Given the high price of a deposit, the uncertainty of the housing market and the difficulties in obtaining a mortgage in the current economic climate, many people are happy to delay the commitment of buying a property and instead choose to rent. 

Many types of people choose this option and whichever category you fall into, you should be aware of your rights as a tenant. The rental market can be confusing and expensive for the unwary and unprepared. It is also important that you are comfortable in your rented house and it is somewhere you feel safe and happy. The following sub-sections outline the rights and accountabilities an occupant can expect from their tenancy.