Frequently asked questions
It’s a good idea to make a budget before you start looking for a new home. What are your monthly expenses at the moment, and how much do you have left over for rent? Take into account any additional expenses related to renting a home or moving, such as deposits, utility charges, relocation expenses, and any other expenses.
Make sure to visit the property if you haven’t already. Once you are convinced that you want to move forward and secure the house, get in touch with us and we will negotiate terms with the landlord on your behalf and then start the reference check to make sure you qualify to rent the property.
Landlords need to be certain that their tenants will take good care of their properties and won’t have any trouble making rent payments on a regular basis.
Referencing is nothing to worry about. When submitting a rental application, tenants must include information about their prior address, income source, and bank accounts. To be sure they can commit to making monthly rental payments, these will be examined.
We must verify a tenant’s identity and certain forms of identification as part of the referencing process and to comply with Right to Rent legislation. For each individual proposed tenant, we will need a proof of residency (such a recent utility or council tax bill) and evidence of identity (like a passport and driving licence).
A tenant’s application might not always be approved after checking references. Students without a steady source of income or someone moving out of their parents’ home for the first time without a history of renting are two obvious examples. This is not unusual, and tenants who find themselves in this situation still have options. They might find a guarantor or pay the rent in full up front with the landlord’s consent.
If the landlord approves, a tenant may request a guarantor if the reference check does not fully accredit them. A guarantor (often a parent or guardian) will consent to pay the rent if the tenant is unable to do so. If the renter fails to pay the rent, the guarantors are responsible for covering any arrears as well as any damages that exceed the deposit.
As long as the landlord is on board, a tenant may request a guarantee to assist them if the reference check does not fully accredit them. In the event that the tenant is unable to pay the rent, a guarantor—typically a parent or guardian—will agree to pick up the tab. If the renter doesn’t pay the rent, the guarantors are responsible for covering any arrears as well as any damages that would cost more than the security deposit.
In a house-share situation, the tenancy agreement holds all tenants jointly liable for all rents and obligations. No specific “portion” of the rent is mentioned in the contract. Therefore, the guarantor is also accountable.
The tenant is trusted by the landlord to maintain the property’s cleanliness and orderliness. The deposit is kept in order to allow for the repair of any damages (beyond normal wear and tear) at the end of the tenancy.
Your security deposit will be registered with an authorised tenancy deposit scheme. You will receive information on the programme, including information on where your deposit is kept.
If there is a disagreement over the deposit at the conclusion of the tenancy, a Tenancy Deposit Scheme like My Deposits can protect the money for you and can provide assistance.
If there is a disagreement over the deposit at the conclusion of the tenancy, a Tenancy Deposit Scheme like My Deposits can protect the money for you and can provide assistance.
A tenancy agreement is a contract signed by both the tenant and the landlord. It outlines all the rules to which both parties must comply.
A regular schedule of visits to the property will be set up by your landlord or rental agent. They will be on the lookout for any maintenance issues to ensure that the property is being cared for and kept in good condition.
The landlord is always responsible for maintaining the property in excellent condition. At the beginning of the tenancy, make sure you are aware of who to contact in the event of a problem so that they can handle it directly. You are liable for any repair expenses incurred if you damage the property.
The landlord is always responsible for maintaining the property in excellent condition. At the beginning of the tenancy, make sure you are aware of who to contact in the event of a problem so that they can handle it directly. You are liable for any repair expenses incurred if you damage the property.
Most of the time, a tenant can only decorate or make alterations to the property with the landlord’s express consent. We suggest getting this consent in writing.
Don’t be alarmed; accidents do occur. Inform the person in charge of maintaining the property (Your property manager) as soon as you can. You will be responsible for paying for the expense of fixing it. Damage shouldn’t be attempted to be ignored or concealed because doing so could make it worse and only cause your deposit to be deducted at the end of the tenancy.
The first thing a tenant should do is contact their rental agent if they suspect the landlord is not upholding their end of the bargain, such as by failing to keep the property in a suitable condition of repair. The rental agent owes the tenant a duty of care and may be able to assist in problem-solving. An alternative is to seek out impartial counsel from The Citizens Advice Bureau.
A landlord must give the renter notice before accessing the property.
If your lease is for a set period of time, you are responsible for paying the rent throughout that time. Your tenancy agreement will specify the amount of notice you must give if you are no longer bound by a fixed-term agreement (i.e., a rolling contract).
Rent payment is always your responsibility, but things come up. What transpires if you lose your job or become ill and are unable to work? The most crucial thing is to avoid letting arrears grow until they become unmanageable. Find out if you may reschedule your payments by speaking with us. Don’t forget that you may protect yourself by purchasing health and unemployment insurance.