Guides
Deduct mould damage from tax: How repair costs work
Mould damage on a rental property is a repair cost you can deduct from your taxable rental income, provided the work restores the propert...
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Guides
Notice period for tenants: what applies from July 2026?
From 1 July 2026, the Private Rental Act applies. Parties can agree freely on notice period – there is no mandatory minimum time. Read wh...
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Landlord
What is normal wear and tear when moving out?
Learn what is considered reasonable and what is abnormal wear and tear, and how to handle disputes with your landlord when moving out.
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Guides
What counts as reasonable rent for a one-bedroom flat in Linköping?
The reasonable rent for a one-bedroom flat in Linköping averages between 9,500 and 11,500 SEK per month. The Rent Tribunal establishes re...
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General
Can a landlord refuse a tenant without grounds?
A landlord cannot refuse a tenant without grounds. There must be a legitimate, verifiable reason — and discrimination is always prohibited.
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Guides
Must the landlord insure the furniture?
The landlord is not obliged to insure furniture that belongs to the tenant, but must insure furniture that belongs to the flat itself. Th...
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Guides
Landlord: What counts as normal wear and tear?
Tenant and landlord? Learn the difference between normal wear and tear and damage. The Rent Tribunal's rules and what you can require at ...
William Wiklund•
Tenant
Who pays for a blocked drain in a rental flat?
The landlord is normally responsible for the drainage system. You may have to pay if the blockage was caused by careless use and this can...
Philip Rönnmark•
General
How long is the waiting time for a rental flat in Gothenburg?
The wait for a rental flat in Gothenburg can range from a few months to many years. The area, rent, size of the flat and landlord’s selec...
William Wiklund•
Guides
Does the landlord have to pay interest on a deposit?
Landlords do not usually have to pay interest on a deposit. The agreement may give you a right to interest, while late repayment may enti...
William Wiklund•
Guides
How long does a landlord have to repay a deposit?
A landlord must repay a deposit within a reasonable time after the tenant has left the flat. In practice, this means two to three weeks.
Philip Rönnmark•
Landlord
Must you show the flat before the tenant moves in?
A pre-move-in inspection is strongly recommended. It documents the flat's condition and protects both landlord and tenant from later disp...
William Wiklund•