Homeseeker provides Housing Options Advice interviews, for anyone unsure of their housing opportunities and choices in East Lothian. Whether you are looking for a Council house or want to rent or buy privately, we offer free advice.

Homeseeker can help you consider your circumstances and show you what your options are. If you want a Council house, we can explain which areas have the shortest housing lists, and how to maximize your 'points' on the list. In addition we advise about likely Housing Benefit entitlement.

If you wish to rent from a private landlord or a Housing Association Homeseeker can also check out your choices. And for private buyers we can help you calculate what you can afford.

Homeseeker will offer you an assessment interview. Our Personal Housing Advisors are experienced in finding solutions to housing problems. They are well informed about housing in East Lothian.

Ask a Housing Officer or a receptionist (01620 826600) to book you an interview with a Personal Housing Advisor. Homeseeker advisors run regular weekly surgeries, with advice sessions lasting up to an hour. You are not obliged to disclose any information to our advisors you do not wish to. However you may find it useful to bring details of your financial affairs or health problems, if these are relevant.