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Housing

Student union offers housing advice for safe, affordable living.
Student union offers housing advice for safe, affordable living.

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Be aware of scams

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Very low rent

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Deposit before viewing

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Money transfers

Learn to avoid scams

Where to look

University Halls

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  • Price includes bills
  • Often close to City Centre
  • Security staff (may vary)
  • Other students nearby
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Student Housing

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  • Bills often not included
  • Consider the commute
  • Longer contract dates
  • Residential area
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Budgeting

Figure out what you can afford

Before you sign up to a contract, check your outgoings against your incoming to make sure you can afford it.

Contracts

Need to check your tenancy agreement, we can help!

If you are given a legally binding agreement, make sure you read it carefully and have it checked with our Advice Team if there is anything you're unsure about.

Tenancy agreement information from Citizens Advice
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Beware of rental scams

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Thu 14 Dec 2023
 
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