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Aldermore Research Finds Many Tenants Shocked by Rent Levels

New research from specialist lender Aldermore reveals that many renters are shocked at how much they have to pay for their homes. The study shows that among renters who moved property in the past year, nearly two thirds (63%) ended up paying more rent than they initially intended when securing their current home.

This finding highlights ongoing concerns about affordability in the UK rental market. Letting agents and inventory clerks may wish to note the gap between tenant expectations and actual rent costs when advising clients or managing tenancies.