These days, most broadband contracts last 18 months or 24 months. That obviously means sticking with one provider for a longer time, but the benefit is that they tend to be cheaper – and let you lock that price in for a longer time. A few providers also offer no-contract broadband also known as 1-month rolling contract broadband. This works on a 30-day rolling basis, so you only pay for a month’s worth of broadband and can cancel it at any point with no penalty fees. If you know you’re going to be at your property for a set period, then you can also take out short term broadband or 6-month broadband deals. The latter will allow you to take out a longer contract, but won’t tie you in for a major period, meaning you can end your plan when you move home. This is a great option for students. Remember you’ll be bound by contract terms on such deals, so you won’t be able to leave early without paying a penalty. It’s a great option if you only need broadband temporarily or don’t want to sign up long-term. Just be aware that the shorter the contract length, the more you’ll likely be paying – and no-contract broadband usually comes with high upfront costs too.