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How Much Rent Is Too Much? The 30% Rule in Practice

Soaring rents across Edinburgh are forcing many tenants to reconsider how much of their pay packet goes to their landlord, as the classic benchmark is put under pressure.

By Edinburgh Property Desk · 24 July 2026 · 3 min read

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