All-inclusive vs
non-inclusive rent

All-inclusive, non-inclusive, some bills covered, some part of bills packages… the jargon that comes with trying to find out what your rent covers can be exhausting and confusing. It can be all too easy to become overwhelmed, especially if you’re a student or recent graduate sorting out your own bills for the first time.

It’s okay though—here at Split the Bills, we’re on hand to explain the ins and outs of all-inclusive vs non-inclusive rent for students, including the pros and cons of each. The only all-inclusive you need to worry about now is your next all-inclusive holiday.

So what is all-inclusive student living?

All-inclusive living is when your rent and bills are combined. With all-inclusive student bills, you only have to worry about paying for one singular payment that covers both rent and utilities. You’ll often find all-inclusive living for students in halls of residents.

The most common bills that are covered by all-inclusive rent are:

  • Internet
  • Electric
  • Gas
  • Water

Sometimes you will also get your TV licence covered too, although often landlords will leave that for tenants to sort out themselves.

What is non-inclusive student living?

The opposite of all-inclusive. Bills are not included in the rent, so you pay rent to the landlord and pay the bills to your various suppliers. This kind of system requires you to set up your bills yourself; remember, it’s not an automatic process.

Bills not included in your rent price?

Split the Bills bundles your choice of the bills into one easy payment. Avoid the awkward bill chat with your housemates, go spend more time enjoying student life!

  • Your choice of energy, superfast broadband, water and a TV licence.
  • Pay the same fixed amount every month and don’t worry about bills.
  • Avoid arguments by everyone paying the same share.
  • We set up the utilities for your house – so sit back, and relax.
  • Less time worrying about bills = more time to enjoy being a student.
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Pros of all-inclusive bills:

  • One payment – One bill means there’s no headache with having to juggle direct debits, missed payments and different payment dates.
  • No chasing – Because you’re not sharing bills with your housemates, you’re just responsible for your own payment. This means any lazy housemates will be dealt with by the landlords, not you.
  • Save time – The contracts to energy, internet and gas suppliers are already pre-agreed, so there’s no need for you to hunt for the best deals.

Cons of all-inclusive bills:

  • Costly – All-inclusive accommodation generally means you’re paying for convenience rather than a good deal, so you’ll end up paying more than usual for your bills.
  • Lack of choice – You’ll be tied into whoever the landlord decided is your supplier. If you’re stuck with a bad service there’s no way to get out.
  • Can’t save money – When living non-inclusive you can often find ways to save money (like by not using the heating as often), but you don’t get this choice with bills inclusive.

 

Pros of non-inclusive rent:

  • Cheaper – When you spend time hunting around, you’ll be sure to find better prices than bills inclusive. You’ll also pay directly to the supplier, rather than through the landlord who could be taking an extra cut.
  • Plenty of choice – The world’s your oyster when it comes to suppliers. Let them tempt you with some great deals.
  • Ability to save money – Running a bit low on cash? Save some money by keeping the heating off, or switching the lights off. You get the choice, unlike with bills inclusive.

Cons of non-inclusive rent:

  • Time consuming – hunting for the right supplier can be a pain and can take up a lot of time.
  • Potential conflict – Having to chase housemates around to pay the bills can cause some awkward conversations. Make sure you live with people you trust.
  • Multiple payments ­– You will need to organise payments for all your suppliers, which could add up to six bills!

The best of both worlds

When it comes to bills, it’s a no-brainer that both convenience and value for money are everyone’s highest priorities. It can be hard to find a bill-paying method that covers both these, but this is where Split the Bills comes in.

At Split the Bills, we focus on taking the stress out of bills. With our convenient bills packages, we do all the work for you by setting up gas, electricity and broadband on your behalf—all you need to do is create an account with us and send a singular payment to us each month, so that we can pay the utility providers for your usage. Want water and TV licence too? We cover those as well; just add these two services to your Split the Bills package and you’re good to go.

Each housemate is responsible for their own part of the bills, and if they don’t pay, we’ll talk to them for. See—stress free!

With Split the Bills, you get:

  • One payment for your bills (excluding rent)
  • Uncapped gas and electricity
  • No more arguing with your housemates
  • Broadband speeds up to 1000Mbps (where available)
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