How to find good student accommodation in this city without getting ripped off

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Process to follow:n

  1. Start looking at least 3 months before you need to move in
  2. Use Rightmove and SpareRoom — not Facebook groups — for your main search
  3. Never pay a deposit without a signed tenancy agreement
  4. Check the EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) rating — a low rating means higher bills
  5. Ask specifically if the deposit is protected in a government scheme (TDS, DPS or MyDeposits)

nnRed flags to walk away from:n

  • Landlord requests payment before viewing or signing
  • Price significantly below market rate
  • Pressure to decide immediately

nnUKBuddy Accommodation Safety Guide

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