Private renting

Renting a home privately

Find out about the advantages of renting privately and how to find a property to rent

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Find out what rent control is and how it is worked out