Information & Advice for Tenants
Finding a Property
Our personnel are specially trained and equipped to assist Tenants to find properties to rent that will meet their needs. We maintain a database of properties available to rent and of prospective Tenants and their requirements.
As properties become available, our first action is to contact waiting Tenants on the database, who’s requirements match the property.
Typically, properties to rent become available about two months before occupancy date, so where possible it is advisable to start looking early.
Viewings
Having identified a potentially suitable property, we will arrange a viewing. This will be at a time to suit you, and could be at evenings or week-ends, subject of course to the Landlords permission. All viewings will be accompanied by a member of staff, who will be able to provide immediate advice and answer any questions you may have.
Offer / Application
Having decided on a property, you will need to complete a written application form. At this time any details or requirements can be provisionally agreed, such as occupancy date, duration of the letting, etc.
On application, a Reservation Deposit will be required. Assuming the rental proceeds, this will be deducted from the Fees due before occupation as outlined on the enclosed sheet. If we or the Landlord decline your application it will be refunded. It will however not be refunded if you decide not to proceed for any reason, or if the tenancy fails to proceed due to incomplete or inaccurate information provided in the tenancy application. Any fees incurred will also be deducted.
References
We will take references on behalf of the Landlord. Normally these will include your employer, any former landlord and a character reference. In addition a credit check will be undertaken.
Where a Tenant is unable to meet the required income or credit checks, the Tenant may have a Guarantor agree to underwrite any rent liabilities.
Rent
Rents are normally quoted on a calendar month basis. In addition, the Tenant is usually responsible for Council Tax, Water Rates, Gas, Electricity and Telephone costs.
Rents are payable by standing order (unless alternative arrangements are agreed in advance) to our Company bank account monthly in advance, with the first month's rent due before taking occupation of the premises.
Term
All tenancies are for a minimum term of 12 months.
Deposit
If you are interested in one of our properties you will be expected to pay a deposit of £250. Should the tenancy go ahead that money will be puts towards the initial payment. Should you subsequently pull out, not move in on the agreed date, or should your credit references fail, our fees will be deducted.
A deposit (or 'bond') is required prior to occupation. This is normally equal to five weeks rent, but may be more according to our client’s request. Check with our representative. Where we are managing the property, this is held by ourselves as stakeholders in a client account until the end of the tenancy. Where we are not managing the property it will be passed over to the Landlord.
The deposit is held to cover any breakages, damage, or other tenant liabilities. Where we are managing, at the end of the tenancy we will check the property in the presence of the Tenant and assess any damages and deductions due.
Please note that the deposit cannot be used by the Tenant to cover rent.
Administration / Agency Fees
A fee is due to this company prior to the start of the tenancy to cover the Tenant's share of administration costs, including preparation of the tenancy agreement and any legal notices, referencing and credits checks, and check-in and check-out. Where an Independent Inventory Agent is used there may also be a fee from the Inventory agent for the check-in.
Utilities and Bills
All monthly rents are exclusive of utility charges and telephone bills. You are required to transfer the utility supplies for gas, electricity, water and telephone.
Telephone connection- Dial 150 for British Telecom Customer Services who will help you get connected
Council Tax- This is not included in the rent, and we ask you to inform your local authority at the start of the tenancy that you are a resident in the property.
TV License- You are responsible for payment of the TV license regardless of whether the TV was provided by the Landlord (approx £135 per year).
Insurance- You are advised to obtain contents insurance for your personal possessions and we are happy to provide information on this.
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