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Guarantors 

Most student flats require you to have a guarantor. These are people who are essentially prepared to pay your rent should you not be able to. In the same way, if you damage a property and are unable to pay for repairs, your guarantor will be responsible for the costs. 

A UK Guarantor needs to be:

  • Between the age of 18-75 

  • Have a good credit history 

  • Be able to pay your monthly rent on top of their current expenses if you weren't able to

  • Be a UK resident 

Don't have a Guarantor?

If you are a Heriot-Watt University Student without a guarantor, the University can be your guarantor. For more information on the scheme, contact Student Services, the Wellbeing Centre or the Advice Hub.

Otherwise you may sometimes be given the option to pay several months' rent upfront (usually 3/6 months) instead of having a guarantor, if you choose this option, make sure you’re not getting scammed!

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