Private landlords

Charging rent

Rent is a matter for agreement between the landlord and the tenant. 

There are legal restrictions in relation to increasing rent on sitting tenants. It is an offence to unlawfully increase rent.

Information on the rules for increasing rent on sitting tenants

If you are unsure about how to increase the rent, you can consult a solicitor or advice centre.

Highland Deposit Guarantee Scheme

We run a Deposit Guarantee Scheme. It provides landlords with a guarantee instead of an up front cash deposit from the tenant.