News & shared living guides
Renting updates.
Useful house knowledge.
Plain-English updates and practical guides for people living in and managing shared homes.
UK rents in July 2026: the latest official figures
The latest ONS private-rent figures, with the headline numbers for each UK nation.
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Renters’ Rights Act: what changed for private renters in England
A plain-English summary of the tenancy changes that took effect in England on 1 May 2026.
5 min read · Checked 9 September 2026The shared-house move-in checklist
The practical details to agree during the first week in a new shared home.
4 min read · Checked 9 September 2026Is your shared house an HMO?
A simple introduction to HMO definitions and licensing in England.
4 min read · Checked 9 September 2026Something is broken: what to report and what happens next
How to make a useful maintenance report and keep a clear record.
4 min read · Checked 9 September 2026Shared-house bin day without the group-chat chase
A simple room-based system for collections, swaps and reminders.
3 min read · Checked 9 September 2026A better tenant handover for shared houses
What landlords and agents should prepare before a new resident arrives.
4 min read · Checked 9 September 2026