How to find rental listings in the UK
Where to search (Rightmove, Zoopla, OpenRent, SpareRoom), how agencies work, and how to spot scams before you pay anything.
Where to search (Rightmove, Zoopla, OpenRent, SpareRoom), how agencies work, and how to spot scams before you pay anything.
Key points to understand
The portals locals actually use, and when to go direct vs via agent
The portals locals actually use, and when to go direct vs via agent. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
Red flags: upfront 'holding fees', no viewings, pressure tactics
Red flags: upfront 'holding fees', no viewings, pressure tactics. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
What documents landlords ask for (and Right to Rent checks)
What documents landlords ask for (and Right to Rent checks). In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
Practical tips
- Prepare your documents and translations in advance — most delays come from missing paperwork.
- Always note the office name, address, and a contact number before you go.
- Ask the community on MyHAbroad if you’re unsure — chances are someone has already been through it.
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