House shares, HMOs and student accommodation.
House shares: the cheapest way to startA room in a shared house is how most newcomers begin — what 'bills included' really means, lodger vs tenant status, and viewing checks.
Student halls vs private student housingUniversity halls, purpose-built student blocks and private shares compared on cost, contract length and what happens over summer.Living in an HMO: what the rules give youMost shared houses are Houses in Multiple Occupation — licensed HMOs must meet fire-safety and space standards, and you can check the register.