The hidden costs when finding a new place to rent

I NEED to find more affordable rental accommodation, a reader says in a letter to Your Money. “What are the costs I need to be aware of when I end my lease agreement and sign a new contract?” This reader isn’t alone. Times are tough and many of us are finding it hard to make ends meet and that includes finding cheaper digs. But there are unforeseen costs to look out for.

WHEN YOU GIVE NOTICE

You’re allowed to terminate a lease agreement before the contract expires but you