Property rental guides
Renting a home can be a minefield – especially in areas where rental property is in short supply. So fully understanding your contract and your rights as a tenant is vital to getting the right home, on the right terms. You can start here with Zoopla’s dedicated guides to renting.
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How to complain if your rental property is not up to standard
November 21, 2018The majority of landlords and letting agencies are swift to fix tenants' issue. But what steps can you take if your pleas fall on deaf ears? -
Q&A: What new HMO rules mean for landlords and tenants
October 10, 2018With changes to the licencing of rental properties for Houses in Multiple Occupation, now in effect, Jonathon Waterhouse of law firm Stephenson, explains the details. -
What students need to know before renting
August 30, 2018If you're heading into the new academic year, don't let housing be a headache. Get ahead with our handy guide. -
9 top tips for landlords
July 17, 2018From protecting tenant deposits to sorting insurance, this guide will help you be the perfect landlord - and stay on the right side of the law. -
Rental fees: what to expect
June 1, 2017If you are renting a home for the first time, lettings agency fees can come as a nasty surprise. Get prepped on what to expect with our short guide. -
Q&A: Rent a Room
April 6, 2016Got a spare room and a deficit in your finances? With improvements to the Rent a Room scheme now in force, it could be a great time to get a lodger. -
Deposit protection scheme guide
April 1, 2016Zoopla’s deposit protection scheme guide will give you all the information you need to know if you are a tenant or a landlord. -
Q&A: right to rent
January 20, 2016From 1 February, landlords will become responsible for vetting their tenant's legal right to be in the UK under the government’s new right to rent scheme. Here's our handy Q&A. -
Renting tips
October 29, 2014Most of us will rent at one time or another. Although it is often for the short term rather than the long term, there are various factors that can make or break the experience. -