Can people on housing benefits rent/let?

Can people on benefits rent/let? Thanks.

Asked on Oct 3 2012, Renting in Gateshead | Report content

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  • Yes one can rent privately

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  • Yes this is possible, however you will see that many agents/landlords now stipulate 'no DSS' as the insurers of the property will not allow tenants to live at the property who are in receipt of housing benefit.

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