Category: Tenant Rights
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Know Your Rights: How to Spot and Challenge Rental Discrimination
What is Rental Discrimination? Rental discrimination happens when a landlord or letting agent treats someone unfairly because of certain personal characteristics that are protected by law. In the UK, these protected characteristics are set out in the Equality Act 2010, which aims to ensure everyone has fair access to housing. Protected characteristics under UK law…
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Renting With Pets in the UK: Your Rights and Landlord Rules Explained
Understanding Your Rights When Renting With Pets Renting a home with a pet in the UK can be challenging, as the law does not automatically grant tenants the right to keep animals in rental properties. Understanding your rights as a tenant is crucial for maintaining a positive, pet-friendly tenancy and avoiding potential disputes with your…