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Apologies if this thread is in the wrong place but thought it would be good to hear thoughts from everyone!


I'm flat hunting for myself and my 2 year old daughter and to say our search has been disappointing is an understatement. I've lived in East Dulwich for nearly 3 years but it's become too expensive for me.


The problem I'm having with estate agents and private landlords is that I only work 2 days per week so my income is made up of 50% salary and 50% housing benefit and working tax credit. This is classed as 'DSS' and I'm sure most of you have seen this term on the majority of adverts. I chose to work part-time to be with my daughter for the first couple of years of her life but will most definitely be going into full- time employment next year. Unfortunately my relationship with my daughter's father broke down which is why I feel in a rut.


I work as a Desk Top Publisher for a management consultants so I hate to be put into the same category as someone who sits on their backside claiming benefits! I have great references from both my current landlord and my employer so I'm completely genuine.


I feel so deflated and helpless right now so would appreciate any helpful comments or advice.

we are renting our flat privately through EDF (we had to move from a 1-bed after just 6 months due to pregnancy) and we really were dreading paying ?100's in fees after just half a year - renting privately has benefitted both the landlords and ourselves and without any of the admin fees etc.


Still had a contract drawn up and put our deposit into a protection scheme to protect both parties - but the rental was based on meeting the landlords and a mutal liking and trust. I would def post on the propery section and see what happens!

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