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title: Can Housing Hand pay my first month's rent?
description: Can Housing Hand pay my first month's rent?
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# [Can Housing Hand pay my first month's rent?](https://housinghand.com/help-and-advice/can-housing-hand-pay-my-first-months-rent)

 Written by [admin](https://housinghand.com/help-and-advice/author/admin) | Jan 7, 2025 12:00:00 AM

We usually do not cover the first month's rent, as this is typically due before moving into the property. Our guarantee only applies to rent that becomes due during the period of our coverage.

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