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Home and community

Letting your property

Letting your home

Introduction to what's involved in renting out a home including advice on legal rights and obligations

Tenancy Deposit Schemes - what you need to do (tenancy deposit protection section)

The legal responsibilities, types of scheme available and protecting the deposit

Letting rooms in your home

It's a good way to get extra income - find out what's involved here including health and safety advice

Landlord accreditation

This scheme promotes and rewards good landlords, so why not get involved?

Landlord and tenant obligations

Introduction to your legal rights and obligations whether you are a landlord or tenant

Health and safety (private renting section)

Check the health and safety standards required for your rented accommodation

Health and safety in rented accommodation

Landlords are generally responsible for the maintenance and major repairs to a property.

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