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Articles by Tom Okafor

Tom Okafor
Tom Okafor
Tom read Law at Sheffield and is UniSorted's Housing Editor. He spent three years in shared student houses and won a deposit-dispute case at TDS adjudication. He covers accommodation searches, tenancy agreements, deposit protection, bill splits, landlord disputes, and council tax. His tenant-rights guides cite Citizens Advice and Shelter directly. Contact: tom@unisorted.co.uk

Tom read Law at Sheffield and is UniSorted's Housing Editor. He spent three years in shared student houses and won a deposit-dispute case at TDS adjudication. He covers accommodation searches, tenancy agreements, deposit protection, bill splits, landlord disputes, and council tax. His tenant-rights guides cite Citizens Advice and Shelter directly. Contact: tom@unisorted.co.uk

Tom Okafor
Moving Day Checklist - student guide illustration

Moving Day Checklist

A practical move-in-day checklist for UK students: what to pack, what to leave, and how to settle in fast.

Victorian terraced houses in Bristol, England, set against a lush green park with clear skies.

House Viewing Checklist Tool

At a glance 84% of student renters experience accommodation issues, making a thorough viewing essential for spotting warning signs. Prepare

Best Budget Recipes - student guide illustration

Best Budget Recipes

What to know Food and non-alcoholic drink prices were up 3.7% in the year to March 2026, per the ONS,

First Aid Basics - student guide illustration

First Aid Basics

The short version 49% of UK adults would panic during a health emergency due to a lack of training. Kitchen

Home Safety and Security - student guide illustration

Home Safety and Security

At a glance 166,577 domestic burglaries were recorded in England and Wales in the year ending March 2025. 70% of

Food Safety and Storage - student guide illustration

Food Safety and Storage

Ensure your food is safe to eat by understanding key storage practices. Learn about optimal fridge temperatures, proper cooling of leftovers, and the importance of 'use-by' dates to prevent bacterial growth.

Cleaning Checklist - student guide illustration

Cleaning Checklist

What to know 54% of all UK tenancy deposit disputes result from poor cleaning at the end of a contract.

A woman joyfully preparing homemade pasta in a bright kitchen setting.

Basic Household Skills

The short version 1 in 7 students fall asleep while cooking food according to Electrical Safety First (2018). Wash your

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