Housing options

Information on renting or buying your home and your housing options when you separate from your partner.

One of our experienced advisors Lisa from the Advice and Information team has produced a blog which spotlights Frequently Asked Questions on Housing options which you read here.

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Renting a home

You can rent your home from a social or private landlord.

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Help to pay rent

You may get financial help to pay your rent with Housing Benefit, Universal Credit or a Discretionary Housing Payment (DHP) if you have been affected by the UK Government Benefit Cap.

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Help to pay Council Tax

You may not have to pay your full Council Tax bill if you are on a low income or are the only adult in the house.

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Owning a home

Buying a home and help to pay your mortgage.

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Support if your ex-partner is abusive

What to do if you are a victim of domestic abuse.

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Staying in or leaving a rented home after a separation

This information explains who can continue to live in the house you rent after separation.

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Stay in, leave or sell an owned home after separation

This information is about staying in, leaving or selling your home and about paying the mortgage.

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