Private tenancies: paying a deposit

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This guide is for people who rent, or are looking to rent, a home from a private landlord in England and Wales.

Contents include:

  • Paying a deposit
  • Other charges
  • Finding accomodation without a deposit
  • Getting an inventory and keeping records
  • Moving out
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Author: Shelter

Published: March 2005

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