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  Benefits

  Find out more about the benefits system and see if you are eligible to make a claim.

  • What is this:  Article
  • What is this about:  Benefits
  • What does it contain:  Link
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  Tenancy Rights

  Your rented housing comes with rights. What they are depends on what kind of contract you have and for all the information, check out the Shelter link on the right. There are a few things that are common to all tenants, though, and here’s a brief guide to them.

  • What is this:  Article
  • What is this about:  Independent Living, Renting
  • What does it contain:  Document, Link
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  Homelessness

  It's a growing concern that there are young people whose housing needs are not being met. Find out here what you can do if you or someone you know is homeless, and make sure you check out the Shelter website for information on homeless peoples’ rights.

  • What is this:  Article
  • What is this about:  Homelessness, Independent Living
  • What does it contain:  Link
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  Problem Neighbours

  If you’re dealing with difficult neighbours then read on for information on how to best do so.

  • What is this:  Article, Discount
  • What is this about:  Housing
  • What does it contain:  Link
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  TV Licences

  Yes, you need a licence to operate a TV – or at least to have one.

  • What is this:  Article
  • What is this about:  Housing, Money
  • What does it contain:  Link
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  Living with a Partner

  So what's the deal with common-law?

  • What is this:  Article
  • What is this about:  Partners
  • What does it contain:  Link
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  Found a flat? What next?

  Unfortunately, the busy work doesn't stop once you've found a place to live. Here's what you need to know about fees, contracts, inventories, rent and more

  • What is this:  Article
  • What is this about:  Independent Living, Renting, Student, Student
  • What does it contain:  Link
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  Getting Locked Out

  Chances are, you’re going to get locked out. It happens to everyone, and it will usually happen on a cold, rainy day when you’re carrying six bags of shopping and really need the loo. We can’t magically open your doors for you, but here’s a few tips.

  • What is this:  Article
  • What is this about:  Independent Living, Maintenance
  • What does it contain:  Link
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  Eviction

  Eviction is complicated, but to put it simply, your landlord has to have reasons and a court order before you can be evicted. Non-payment of rent is one indisputable reason for eviction, as is damaging property or having frequent loud parties. However, no matter what the reason there are procedures your landlord must take.

  • What is this:  Article
  • What is this about:  Homelessness
  • What does it contain:  Link
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  The Buying Process

  So how do you actually go about buying a flat? Read on for a guide to the buying process ranging from how to look for a flat to putting in an offer.

  • What is this:  Article
  • What is this about:  Buying, Independent Living
  • What does it contain:  Link