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.
Housing Editor · UniSorted
Articles by Tom Okafor
Housing Editor. Tom spent three years in shared student houses and once won a deposit dispute he had been told was not worth the paperwork, which is roughly the energy of everything he writes. Tenancies, deposits, bills, landlords, council tax. He leans on Citizens Advice and Shelter rather than vibes. tom@unisorted.co.uk
Cleaning Checklist
What to know 54% of all UK tenancy deposit disputes result from poor cleaning at the end of a contract.
Basic Household Skills
The short version 1 in 7 students fall asleep while cooking food according to Electrical Safety First (2018). Wash your
Avoiding Bill Disputes
The quick read Name all tenants on utility accounts to share legal responsibility equally. Agree on a target thermostat temperature
Council Tax Rules for Students
Quick summary 100% exemption: Full-time students do not pay any council tax if everyone in the property is a student.
Energy Saving Tips
What to know Household bills are the third-largest monthly student expense after rent and groceries, at £124.08 per month (NatWest
Splitting Bills with Housemates
Top-line Distribute utility accounts among different housemates to prevent one person carrying all the financial risk. £124.08 is the average
Setting Up Bills
Quick summary Read your meters the exact day you collect your keys to avoid paying for previous tenants. Apply for
Housemate Agreements
What to know Create a written document outlining cleaning, bills, and guest rules before you move in. Understand that housemate
Avoiding Bad Landlords
The short version Check the national rogue landlord database before paying any holding deposit. Inspect properties in person to identify
