How to Rent Homes in the UK Without a Guarantor
Found your dream flat but don't have a guarantor? You're not alone. Discover smart alternatives to family guarantors and expensive corporate guarantor services that create debt traps. Learn how to rent independently without the drama or debt.
The Complete Guide to the UK Renters' Rights Bill
Your complete guide to the UK Renters' Rights Bill (Updated April 2025). Understand the Section 21 ban, new eviction rules, pet inclusion, rent increases, tenant rights & what it means for you.
Top Reasons Why Tenants Don’t Qualify for Husmus – And What You Can Do Next
Failed to qualify for Husmus? Don't worry—there are options. Common reasons include limited rental history, late payments, no verifiable income. Learn how to address these issues and improve your chances of securing your next home.
3 Ways Husmus Protects Tenant Privacy
In this blog, we discuss the importance of data privacy during tenant assessments, the three key ways Husmus protects tenant privacy for improved security and sensitivity.
Rent increases: by how much can your landlord raise your rent
Rent increases are common. In this article we'll discuss when they can happen, for how much and what you can do to challenge them. So if you are a tenant renting your home privately read on!
Protecting Your Rent Deposit: What to Do If Your Landlord Hasn’t Arranged an Inventory
Want to know how to protect your rent deposit? Read this blog to find out what to do if your landlord hasn’t arranged an inventory.
What you need to pay before you move into your rental home
Moving home is one of the most stressful life experiences people go through. In fact, it ranks as number three, just behind the death of a loved one or a divorce. That might seem a bit much considering moving home is typically a positive move. However, it can be costly, and if you don't know where all those costs are coming from, it can be incredibly stressful. From holding deposits to council tax, here’s a list of things you can expect to pay.
A Tenant's Guide to Getting Your Full Rent Deposit Back
We see, all too often the levels of difficulties that many tenants face when trying to get their deposits back. That’s why we are sharing with you some of the best tips we have to ensure you are able to get your full refund when you are ready to move.
9 Easy Ways to Make Your Rented Property Feel Like Home
Most rental homes are decorated plainly by design. Landlords pick neutral colours and sparse decorations in an effort to appeal to everyone. Luckily, with a little creativity and a small budget it's possible to turn everyday vanilla living into a delightful rental home without losing your deposit.
New Stamp Duty Rules: Winners & Losers
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, recently announced a new stamp duty tax break. The move is intended to revitalise the property market which has been consistently declining since the beginning of the pandemic.
In this article we discuss who the winners and losers are.
Rent. To pay or not to pay?
The pandemic's impact can be felt across the board. Over 2 million people have become unemployed in the UK since the pandemic started. The media has covered a lot of the effects of Covid-19 on tenant income and calls have been made to give tenants rent holidays. So, should tenants continue to pay rent?
5 tips to pass a tenant reference check quickly
Here are our top tips for getting through the tenant referencing process!
What is the Tenancy Fee Act 2019?
On June 1, 2019, the tenancy fee ban came into effect in England. It states that landlords and letting agents can no longer impose fees or payments, such as admin and referencing fees or insurance, in order for tenants to enter into tenancy agreements. So, what is still chargeable?
Tenants versus landlords: Where is the middle ground?
In the business of housing there are many, many players and many more motivations. With an abundance of customers and providers, why is the housing industry so wrought with problems?