How to find a guarantor
When renting in the UK, landlords usually require tenants to have a rent guarantor. This is especially true for international students or working professionals who have recently moved to the UK. In this post, we’re going to explain what a guarantor is, who qualifies as a guarantor and walk you through the steps on how […]
9 things international students need to know before renting in the UK
If you’re moving to the UK for university, congratulations! This marks the start of an exciting journey. But before you start exploring your new city or joining freshers’ week, there’s one big thing to sort out: where you’re going to live. The UK rental market can feel complicated for international students, especially if you’re used […]
What is a guarantor for rent?
When renting in the UK, you are often asked to provide a rent guarantor. Put simply, this is a person who is prepared to be responsible for your rent, should you get behind on your rent payments. The term may seem daunting, but we’ve pulled together all of the important details and information that you […]
The best areas to rent in Durham
County Durham is an excellent place to live, and extremely popular for students as it is home to one of the top-ranking Russel Group Universities. Just three hours from London and only two hours from the beauty of Scotland it’s famously known for its UK landmarks, including the Majestic Durham Cathedral and the Norman Castle. […]
Why should letting agents partner with UK guarantor service Housing Hand?
It’s no surprise that one of the biggest challenges for letting agents when finding new tenants is ensuring that their guarantor is in place should they be a student, moving from abroad, or even a working professional. The Coronavirus pandemic has had an immensely negative impact on the rental sector, adding to these difficulties. Now […]
5 Ways A Rent Guarantor Can Help Landlords
Understandably, one of the biggest fears for landlords when renting out their property is the potential risk of costs if a tenant fails to pay rent or cover expenses incurred for damages in the duration of their tenancy. Luckily, rent guarantor services like Housing Hand are here to provide a solution to help prevent landlords […]
Rent Guarantor vs Rental Guarantee Insurance
Collecting rent from tenants and ensuring that monthly outgoings are covered is understandably the biggest concern for a landlord. There are two popular options, a rent guarantor or rental guarantee insurance, which can be implemented at the start of a tenancy agreement to support both tenants and landlords, by underwriting any financial losses incurred if […]
The Top Ten Scary Renting Terms: Explained
Nothing says October quite like a scary movie marathon or a haunted house that gets your adrenaline pumping and your heartbeat racing. Halloween is best known for all things spooky and scary. Well, and sweets (or as I would say “candy”). Lots and lots of candy. While the world may never come to a consensus […]
6 Ways to Spruce Up Your Student Digs
Their student dorm room is the first home away from home for many young people, often in a new city. If you are in the same boat, first of all, congrats! An exciting and thrilling part of your life is about to unfold. But more importantly, you might already be thinking about all that you […]
Our House Finder Service
We’re excited to announce that off of the back of the launch of our new partner portal, our new free House Finder Service has been featured in FE News. The Free House Finder Service is a new tool that makes it even easier for students and professionals across the UK to find their ideal homes. […]
