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Houses in multiple occupation

If you share a house or flat with other tenants, your landlord will probably have extra legal responsibilities. (Content applies to England only.)

http://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/private_renting/houses_in_multiple_...

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Tenancy agreements in shared homes

When you move in with other people, you may be offered separate tenancies, a joint tenancy, or a tenancy in only one person's name. Your tenancy type affects your rights. Information about your rights in these different situations.

http://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/private_renting/tenancy_agreements_...

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Private renting - houses in multiple occupation

Explains what a house in multiple occupation (HMO) is.

https://www.gov.uk/private-renting/houses-in-multiple-occupation

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Subtenants

Sharing a home can be great, but it's important to choose who you live with carefully and to check that you understand your rights. (Content applies to England only.)

http://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/private_renting/subtenants

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Problems in shared accommodation (PDF)

This fact sheet suggests how you can deal with the most common problems that happen when you share accommodation with others, for example, if one person doesn't pay their share of the rent or bills.

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/Global/Migrated_Documents/adviceguide/h-proble...

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Electrical safety in rented homes

Landlords, tenants and owner-occupiers all have legal responsibilities when it comes to electrical safety. Information on what these responsibilities are. (Content applies to England only.)

http://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/repairs/electrical_safety_in_rented...

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Gas safety in rented homes

This guide explains risks posed by gas appliances and what you can do to reduce them. If you live in rented accommodation, it explains what your landlord has to do to ensure that you are protected from such risks, and gives information about what you can do if you are worried about gas safety. (Content applies to England only.)

http://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/repairs/gas_safety_in_rented_homes

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