{"id":37242,"date":"2025-12-04T19:03:21","date_gmt":"2025-12-04T16:03:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sssb.se\/?page_id=37242"},"modified":"2025-12-08T18:09:37","modified_gmt":"2025-12-08T15:09:37","slug":"where-does-your-rent-go","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.sssb.se\/en\/where-does-your-rent-go\/","title":{"rendered":"Where Does Your Rent Go?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Your Rent \u2013 an Investment in Today\u2019s and Tomorrow\u2019s Student Housing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Stockholms studentbost\u00e4der is a foundation with a clear and long-term mission: to provide safe, affordable, and attractive student housing in Stockholm. We were founded back in 1958 by SSCO \u2013 the Stockholm Federation of Student Unions \u2013 during a time of severe student housing shortage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since then, we\u2019ve built and managed thousands of student homes, and we continue to carry out that mission. To build new housing, upgrade our existing buildings and residential areas, and run our operations sustainably in the long term, we need a stable financial foundation. That is why rents are adjusted every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br><strong>All Surplus Is Reinvested into the Organisation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We are a foundation run on business principles. This means that all surplus is reinvested into the organisation. We have no owner who takes dividends or can contribute capital if the need were to arise.<br>All surplus is reinvested into the organisation and enables:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The construction of new student housing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintenance and renovation of existing homes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safer, greener, and more functional living environments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Financial stability for the future<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br><strong>Why Is the Rent Adjusted?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We work continuously to improve cost efficiency and maintain long-term financial balance, including through recurring procurement processes and energy-efficiency investments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adjusting rents annually is also an important part of keeping our finances stable, especially in times of rising costs that are difficult for us to influence \u2013 such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Electricity, heating, water, and waste management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Interest rates and financial fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inflation and rising costs in the construction and real estate sector<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Since we have no owners or external investors to rely on, we must create our own financial flexibility to continuously fulfil our important social mission, both today and in the long term. This makes us more resilient if costs rise or if urgent renovation needs arise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br><strong>Rent Is Negotiated Together with SSF<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Each year, rents are negotiated together with&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssfstudent.se\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.ssfstudent.se\">SSF \u2013 the Stockholm Student Tenants\u2019 Association<\/a>, which represents you as a tenant. Together, we aim to find rent levels that are reasonable, carefully considered, and sustainable over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Negotiations usually begin in the autumn<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They apply to the upcoming calendar year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once a decision is made, you\u2019ll be informed via My Pages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The new rent will also be shown on your rent invoice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you live in a sublet apartment<\/strong>&nbsp;(leased from an external property owner), that owner may handle rent negotiations. This can result in a different rent adjustment compared to our directly owned properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br><strong>What Does This Mean for You?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You do not need to participate in the negotiation yourself \u2013 SSF represents you. We always strive to keep negotiation meetings efficient to avoid delays. If no agreement is reached in time before the new year, the rent adjustment may need to be charged retroactively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your rent invoice will always clearly state if your rent increase is charged retroactively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We want you, as one of our tenants, to feel confident that every krona of your rent is used to create even better student housing in Stockholm \u2013 both now and in the future. In this way, we can continue building a vibrant and accessible student city for current and future generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions About Rent Adjustments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h2 id=\"at-372421\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Why is the rent increased every year?<\/h2><div id=\"ac-372421\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>To cover rising costs and ensure we can continue to invest in both new and existing student housing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h2 id=\"at-372423\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Who decides how much the rent will increase?<\/h2><div id=\"ac-372423\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>The rent is negotiated between Stockholms studentbost\u00e4der and SSF \u2013 your student tenants&#8217; association.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h2 id=\"at-372425\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">When will I know what my new rent will be?<\/h2><div id=\"ac-372425\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>As soon as negotiations are finalized, we\u2019ll inform you via email, My pages, and on your rent invoice.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h2 id=\"at-372427\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Do I have to pay retroactive rent?<\/h2><div id=\"ac-372427\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>If the negotiations are delayed, retroactive rent may apply for previous months. This will be clearly shown on your invoice.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h2 id=\"at-372429\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Is the rent the same for all apartments?<\/h2><div id=\"ac-372429\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Not necessarily. If your apartment is managed by an external landlord, rent negotiations may differ. Rent levels can also vary between housing areas.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h2 id=\"at-3724211\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">How is the surplus from rent used?<\/h2><div id=\"ac-3724211\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>All surplus is reinvested into building more student housing, maintaining our properties, and creating safer, more sustainable living environments.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h2 id=\"at-3724213\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Why does SSSB need to make a surplus \u2013 if you don\u2019t have owners?<\/h2><div id=\"ac-3724213\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>It is true that we do not have a private investor or owner who takes out profit. But for that very reason, we must take responsibility for maintaining financial margins. If, for example, interest rates rise, urgent maintenance is needed, or a construction project is delayed, we need the capital to respond. Generating a surplus is therefore not a goal in itself \u2013 it is a way to remain a stable and long-term provider of student housing for today\u2019s and tomorrow\u2019s students in Stockholm.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your Rent \u2013 an Investment in Today\u2019s and Tomorrow\u2019s Student Housing Stockholms studentbost\u00e4der is a foundation with a clear and long-term mission: to provide safe, affordable, and attractive student housing in Stockholm. 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