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Housing association tenants

Cheaper than the private sector, could a housing association home be an option for renting long-term affordable housing in your area? Could a part-rent, part-buy scheme be for you? Find out more from Shelter.

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Applying for a home

Could a housing association find you a home? Find out how to apply.

Moving on

Home too big or too small, or just in the wrong location? See if you can exchange your home or get a transfer to somewhere more suitable Could you buy through a home ownership scheme?

Reporting repairs

Your landlord may be responsible for repairs, but can’t help unless you report a repair problem.

Keep hold of your housing

Don’t risk losing your home because of arrears or anti-social or criminal behaviour. Find out what to do if you are threatened with eviction.

Disputes

Housing association slow to act on overflowing gutters, noise nuisance or other complaints? Make a formal complaint.

Court action

Find out what happens if your landlord takes you to court.

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