Renting in Sweden second hand means you rent a home from someone who owns it or has a first-hand contract for it. Which rules apply depends on the type of home. Whatever you rent, the rental should be approved, the lease should be in writing and you should never pay anything before you have seen […]
Renting out your property can be both profitable and convenient — but many landlords worry about late payments, poor communication, or damage to the property. With the right preparation, however, it’s possible to significantly reduce the risks and create a safer rental experience for both parties. Here are some of the most important things to […]
The Private Rental Act (privatuthyrningslagen) is the law that applies when you, as a private person, rent out your tenant-owned apartment (bostadsrätt), house, freehold apartment (ägarlägenhet) or part of your own home, and it applies to leases signed from 1 July 2026. You and the tenant agree on the rent yourselves, but it must not […]
On 1 July 2026, new rental market regulations came into force in Sweden. The purpose of the legislative changes is to create a more flexible and efficient housing market, allowing more homes to be used effectively while helping to reduce the housing shortage over time. Several industry stakeholders contributed input during the legislative process, including […]
The new Private Residential Lettings legislation, which came into force on 1 July 2026, is a step towards a more flexible and efficient rental market in Sweden. The aim is to increase mobility in the housing market, make better use of existing homes, and help reduce the housing shortage over time. Several industry stakeholders contributed […]