Renting a property in itself can be quite costly with rent costs and the cost of living at an all-time high. But factoring in deposits, new furniture and removal costs can make the prospect of rental even more daunting.
When moving into a new rental home, the last thing you want is to be hit with unexpected and unnecessary costs emptying your pocket.
Therefore it's important to know your rights as a tenant and what you should and shouldn't be paying for in your rented property.
Personal finance expert Dan Whittaker from CashLady.com has issued some useful words of warning to renters when moving into their new home.
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