Paying rent
If you are on a low income or not working, you may be able to get help with rent through Housing Benefit or Universal Credit. You can apply for Universal Credit online.
If you are struggling to pay rent
You can get free and impartial money advice from:
They can help you check and apply for financial or other benefits. And can help with rent arrears or debt.
If you are at risk of being evicted, speak to our housing options team <link>
Rent increases
Your landlord can only increase your rent:
- once every 12 months
- after giving you at least 3 months’ notice
You can challenge a rent increase through Rent Service Scotland. They can check your rent increase and set the rent your landlord can charge.
More information and advice
Find more information on rents, disputes, rights and responsibilities and other renting matters.
Find out how to get advice and support.