University of London, Housing Services

Make sure you book a viewing before you sign a contract! A physical viewing is best, so make sure to visit the property and ask lots of questions. There is no substitute for seeing it in person but if you have to do a virtual viewing make sure it is live. Don’t rely on anything pre-recorded or just photographs. For more tips check out our Housing Guide: https://linktr.ee/ulhs

Make sure you book a viewing before you sign a contract! A physical viewing is best, so make sure to visit the property and ask lots of questions. There is no substitute for seeing it in person but if you have to do a virtual viewing make sure it is live. Don’t rely on anything pre-recorded or just photographs. For more tips check out our Housing Guide by clicking the link in our bio.

🏡 Looking for student accommodation? Don’t miss our Student Housing Fair on March 20th at Senate House!

✅ Explore housing options
✅ Get expert advice on renting
✅ Meet top providers in one place!
📅 Thursday March 20th
🕚 11 AM - 3 PM
📍 Senate House, Bloomsbury

When leaving your private-rented accommodation, remember to tell the utility companies that you are going and would like to close your account with them.

This will help prevent you from being charged for utility usage by the new tenants.

For more top tips on what to do when moving in and out of a private-rented property, visit our Housing Guide.

Link in the bio.

Are you having issues with your landlord or letting agent and you're unsure of your rights? Book an appointment with one of our Housing Advisors today. Link in bio

📢 Save the Date!
📅 Thursday, March 20th
📍 Senate House, Bloomsbury
🕚 11 AM - 3 PM

Meet housing providers, get expert advice & find your student home! Tag a friend who needs this!

https://housing.london.ac.uk/housing-week-2025

Before signing any tenancy agreement, you should do some research on the property.

Don't be afraid to ask a lot of questions, and don't get pushed into anything you are unsure of. Once you sign, you are in a legally binding contract.

Tip - You can ask the current tenants if they have had any problems - will the same things affect you?

For more useful tips on what to look for when searching for a property to rent, visit our Housing Guide.

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Tenants cannot withhold rent if repairs aren't being done - it could risk your tenancy! However, you may be able to pay for repairs and deduct the cost from future rent if you follow the correct steps.
Book an appointment to speak to one of our advisors for more info. Link in bio

Before signing any tenancy agreement, you must consider your budget. There are costs that go beyond rent, such as utility bills, food, and travel.

You should confirm with the landlord if utility bills are included in the rent, and if not, would you be able to afford living in the property.

For more advice on affordability and costs associated with private renting, visit our housing guide. Link is in the bio.

Found a property you like? Before you pay any money, check that the person you're dealing with either owns the property or has permission from the owner to let it out!

You can download the Title Register showing the legally registered owner for £7 from landregistry.gov.uk

Depending on what tenancy you have, your landlord has to protect your security deposit within 30 days of receipt under an approved government scheme. If they don’t, you’re entitled to compensation. If you think your deposit should have been protected and want advice, book an appointment with a Housing Advisor.

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Your personal items are most likely not insured by the landlord. Insurance is not necessary, but it is good to think about what happens if your items, such as your mobile, get damaged. For more information on insurance, visit our Housing Guide.

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Live with three or more people? Your property might require an HMO licence. These place additional fire-safety requirements on your landlord. If your property needs a licence but doesn't have one, you may be able to claim rent back.
See our housing guide: https://linktr.ee/ULHS

Are you concerned about dampness and mould in your property? If you require help, you can book an appointment with an advisor today. Click the link in our bio for more information.

If a break clause in a tenancy agreement gives the landlord greater rights and flexibility than the tenant, it may be an unenforceable term.

If you have any questions about a break clause or ending an agreement, contact us for advice. The link is in the bio.

Looking for accommodation but not sure how much rent you can afford? You should consider not only rent, but other costs such as utilities, travel & socialising when judging affordability. Our Housing Guide has some great tips for budgeting. Click the link in bio to view the Guide

Found accommodation you like for next year? Why not book a free contract checking appointment with our Housing Advisors? The advisor will make sure there are no unfair terms, propose amendments and explain your rights. Link in bio.

Are you suspicious about a fee that your letting or landlord is trying to charge? It might be a prohibited fee. You can find out more about what these are, and what to do if you have already paid one, in our Private Housing Guide. Link in our bio