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What a move-on plan is in supported housing, what it should cover, and how to use it to leave well and move to your own place when you are ready.
6 min read
How to spot a listing that looks unsafe or misleading, how to report it on Signpost, and where to get help if you are worried.
5 min read
Why you should never pay before seeing a room, what a legitimate request looks like, and the steps to take if someone pushes for money up front.
5 min read
Practical ways to furnish a new home cheaply, including charities, grants and reuse schemes, without getting into debt.
5 min read
A plain guide to setting up gas, electricity, water, broadband and council tax when you move into a new place, and how to avoid overpaying.
6 min read
A simple way to keep on top of the rooms you have enquired about, so nothing slips through the cracks while you search.
4 min read
How to talk to a landlord or provider about your circumstances, so you come across as reliable and get a fair chance.
5 min read
How to make a complaint about supported accommodation, what a good complaints process looks like, and where to go if it is not resolved.
5 min read
What counts as housing discrimination against people on benefits, why blanket bans can be unlawful, and what you can do about it.
6 min read
How supported and exempt accommodation providers can list placements on Signpost, show support levels and referral routes, and reach the right people.
6 min read
How providers can present Universal Credit and Housing Benefit information on a listing so the right people enquire and fewer are put off.
5 min read
Simple tips for taking clear, honest photos of a room that attract suitable enquiries, using just a phone.
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