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• Deciding whether to make a small claim

  Find out what you should consider before starting a small claim and when you can make one

• If you're worried about someone's gambling

  Get help to deal with someone else's gambling - including emotional support and advice on how to protect your money and belongings.

• Buying a used car

  What checks to make when buying a used car, how to negotiate a deal, different payment options

• Check your rights if you share accommodation

  Check who needs to pay rent and what happens when someone moves out. Check the difference between joint tenancies and sole tenancies

• Pawnbrokers

  Information about what a pawnbroker is and what happens if you are unable to repay your loan, lose your ticket or do not collect the goods

• Getting a bank account

  Information on how to get a bank account, types of account available and switching from one bank or building society to another

• Student housing - your behaviour in halls

  Explains how students can be sanctioned if they misbehave or have rent arrears when living in university halls of residence. Sanctions can include withholding qualifications, preventing students progressing in their course and eviction

• If you disagree with your neighbour about a wall or fence

  Check what to do if you’re arguing about boundaries. Check what happens if you can’t agree about a wall or fence that’s causing problems