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Tips & Info For Tenants [Written By A Professional Landlord]

Yup, I’m a landlord. Not a tenant. WAIT!! DON’T SHOOT!!

But that’s exactly why, I believe, I’m the perfect [self-appointed] delegate to share my insights; I know when landlords are misbehaving; I know what landlords should and shouldn’t do; and I know when tenants deserve to be unequivocally evicted.

While this website is mostly dedicated to helping my fellow landlords be the best they can be, it’s also a safe and useful place for private tenants. I’m unbiased, I’m impartial and I’m pretty.

I believe that more landlords need to appreciate the value of their tenants, and more tenants need to appreciate the value of their landlord. But more importantly, I believe it’s critical for both landlords and tenants to know their rights, and how to identify and manage any abuse.

On that basis, I’d be amiss if I didn’t use my experience of being a landlord of a over decade to help and guide tenants [as well as landlords]. So that’s exactly why I’ve put this section together, just for tenants.

Below you can find a number of useful blog posts, which provide advice, support and tips for tenant in a private rented property.

Disclaimer: I'm just a landlord blogger; I'm 100% not qualified to give legal or financial advice. I'm a doofus. Any information I share is my unqualified opinion, and should never be construed as professional legal or financial advice. You should definitely get advice from a qualified professional for any legal or financial matters. For more information, please read my full disclaimer.

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My Landlord Is Sending Me Inappropriately Sexual Text Messages! 24 Feb 2014 13 Landlord Complaints

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Should I Rent Directly Through A Private Landlord Or Use A Letting Agent? 31 May 2012 8 Introduction For New Tenants

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Can My Landlord Evict Me?

How Tenants Should Reference Their Prospective Landlord! 09 Mar 2012 21 Introduction For New Tenants

How Tenants Should Reference Their Prospective Landlord!

My Landlord Threatened Me – What Can I Do? 21 Sep 2011 13 Landlord Complaints

My Landlord Threatened Me – What Can I Do?

Beware Of Fake Landlords Illegally Letting Properties To Tenants 05 Sep 2011 18 Introduction For New Tenants

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Rental Scams Tenants Should Be Aware Of 18 Feb 2011 149 Introduction For New Tenants

Rental Scams Tenants Should Be Aware Of

Landlord Enters Property And Demands Rent 24 Nov 2010 9 Landlord Complaints

Landlord Enters Property And Demands Rent

The Best Way For Tenants To Find A Good Landlord 02 Nov 2010 11 Introduction For New Tenants

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My Landlord Is A Rude B*tch! 08 Sep 2010 21 Landlord Complaints

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‘Surrender Of Tenancy’ Notice For Tenants 23 Aug 2010 37 Ending Tenancies & Evictions

‘Surrender Of Tenancy’ Notice For Tenants

Is My Landlord Allowed To Go Through My Underwear Drawer? 19 Aug 2010 24 Landlord Complaints

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How Tenants Can Avoid Paying A Tenancy Renewal Fee 24 May 2010 117 Tenant Fees & Rent

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Why Do Letting Agents Charge Tenants Admin Fees? 27 Apr 2010 190 Tenant Fees & Rent

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6 Lies Commonly Told by Landlords That All Tenants Should Be Aware Of! 05 Feb 2010 11 Introduction For New Tenants

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Tenant’s Right To Live In “Quiet Enjoyment” 12 Aug 2009 81 Landlord Complaints

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How to Report A Landlord That Doesn’t Comply With Health And Safety 19 May 2009 287 Landlord Complaints

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“I Hate My Fu*king Landlord”, He Says 22 Dec 2008 109 Landlord Complaints

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My Landlord Wants To Sell The Property I’m Renting 05 Nov 2008 185 Ending Tenancies & Evictions

My Landlord Wants To Sell The Property I’m Renting

HELP, I Can’t Get A Tenant Guarantor – Here’s What You Should Do! 04 Sep 2008 194 Introduction For New Tenants

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Lies That Letting Agents Feed Prospective Tenants 30 Apr 2008 10 Introduction For New Tenants

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Tenant Checklist BEFORE Signing A Tenancy Agreement 25 Apr 2008 24 Introduction For New Tenants

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How & When To Sue Your Landlord 28 Sep 2007 210 Landlord Complaints

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Tenants Without A Written Contract- Verbal Tenancy Agreement 24 Jul 2007 156 Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreements

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The Advantages & Disadvantages of Renting Vs Buying Property 02 Apr 2007 1 Introduction For New Tenants

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