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# [Can I apply after my tenancy starts?](https://housinghand.com/help-and-advice/can-i-apply-after-my-tenancy-start-date)

 Written by [admin](https://housinghand.com/help-and-advice/author/admin) | Mar 18, 2025 1:54:04 PM

Yes, you can purchase the guarantee for [Only My Share](https://housinghand.co.uk/only-my-share/) at any time, even after your tenancy has started. 

However, if your policy start date is after your tenancy has begun, there will be a 90-day exclusion period before you can make a claim. This ensures fair coverage and prevents tenants from purchasing a guarantee only after knowing a housemate is likely to default. 

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