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Moving In

Clear, practical advice to help you understand what to expect before your tenancy begins and during the first few weeks in your new home.
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Moving into a rented property involves more than collecting the keys. From checking your tenancy agreement and paying a deposit to reviewing the inventory and receiving the correct documents, there are several important steps that can protect you later.

Our Moving In guides explain what to look out for, what your landlord or letting agent should provide and how to avoid common mistakes at the start of a tenancy.

Holding Deposit

Holding Deposits

Learn when a holding deposit can be charged, when it should be returned and the circumstances where it may be retained.
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Referencing

Referencing & Affordability Checks

Understand the referencing process, what landlords and agents can ask for and what to expect before your tenancy is approved.
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Tenancy Agreement

Tenancy Agreements

Understand what your tenancy agreement should include, the different tenancy types and the terms you should check before signing.
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Tenancy Deposit

Tenancy Deposits

Find out when your deposit must be protected, how the tenancy deposit schemes work and what your landlord is legally required to do.
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Documents

Documents Your Landlord Must Provide

Learn which documents you should receive before or at the start of your tenancy, including gas safety certificates and EPCs.
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Inventory

Inventories & Check-In Reports

Discover why inventories are so important, what they should include and how they can help prevent disputes when your tenancy ends.
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Utilities

Utilities, Council Tax & Bills

Learn what bills you’re responsible for, how to set up your utilities and when to notify your local council after moving in.
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Moving Day

Your First Week Checklist

Learn what bills you’re responsible for, how to set up your utilities and when to notify your local council after moving in.
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Looking for the legal details? Our Housing Law library explains the legislation behind private renting in clear, easy-to-understand language.

Whether you’re learning about your rights or your landlord’s responsibilities, our guides explain the law in plain English, without the legal jargon.

Explore key topics including tenancy deposits, repairs, evictions, rent increases, property safety and much more.

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