“Bills included” is an increasingly popular demand by tenants

Bills included’ has become the most popular renter search term on Rightmove with an increase of +36% in search volume, overtaking pets and gardens for the first time.

And it’s not difficult to understand why.

As the cost of living sky-rockets in the UK, the average household bills increased by 54% in April of 2022 and were estimated to increase by another 80% by the end of the year.

As renters struggle with the rising costs, they are seeking ways to gain more security and clarity around their outgoings. 

Landlords must now seriously consider the value of including bills against the risk of current unpredictability in rising costs.