To get started, reach out to us and register on our rental database. You can either drop by our office, sign up on our website, or use any of our marketing portals. Be sure to specify your preferences, including the number of bedrooms, budget, location, and move-in date. We're excited to help you find your perfect home!
Once you have found a property you wish to go ahead with, it is advised you should pay a holding deposit as soon as possible to secure the property. Once the property is secured, we will cancel all other viewings and have it taken off the market. When your offer is accepted, the holding deposit will be allocated towards your move in balance. Should you decide not to go ahead with the property, your holding deposit will be forfeited.
Once you have placed your holding deposit, you will be required to undergo reference checks to confirm your identity, your place of work and your earnings, and to confirm that you do not have any adverse credit. You will also be verified as permitted to reside in the UK and are not subject to any immigration controls. You should declare if you have any unsatisfied CCJ or bankruptcies as this may jeopardise your application. You will be asked to provide a photographic ID together with evidence of Right to Rent in the UK, your earnings and your current address.
If you are a student or in part-time employment, you will require a guarantor. A guarantor is someone who should have a clean credit history, a homeowner and/or be in full time employment with take home earnings of a minimum of 3x monthly rent. The guarantor should understand their obligations as they will be asked to sign a legally binding document agreeing to certain conditions which will include paying the rent if for any reason you are unable to meet your commitment.
The tenancy agreement will be the legal document that details your rights and obligations as tenants, and the obligations and expectations of your landlord, and the agreements made by all parties. It will set out the core terms and will include all the rules of the property.
You should make sure your agent or landlord gives you a copy of the draft tenancy agreement well ahead of the start date of the tenancy for you to read in the comfort of your own home and you should ensure you do this so you are clear as to what you are signing.
Before you move in, you will need to pay a security deposit along with your first months rent. Your security deposit (also called damage deposit) is there to indemnify the landlord against loss of rent or to pay for any damage if you were found to be responsible for causing it. In general, the amount required is equivalent to 5 weeks rent. By law this must be protected in a Government approved deposit scheme within 28 days from the start of the tenancy The Landlord or his Agent is required by law to give you “Prescribed Information” with details of the relevant scheme.
The Inventory document is then given to all parties to sign at the beginning of the tenancy to confirm that it’s accurate. Check it carefully and question anything that you do not understand. At the end of the tenancy, the same document is then used to compare the state of the property and on the findings of this comparison the deposit is then awarded appropriately
There are strict timescales involved in ending a tenancy. This starts from the date notice is served which is usually one or two months, depending on what has been agreed.
Once notice is served the clock starts ticking. The date you leave will be agreed and the agent will put the wheels in motion. If the property is put back on the market, viewings may take place so it’s important to maintain the property in a presentable state for prospective future tenants that we bring to viewings.
If an inventory was compiled when you moved in, the inventory clerk will meet you at the property on your last day to conduct the check-out process and at that point you surrender the property back to the agency by handing over your keys. From that point on you will not be allowed to return to the property. The agent will then be in touch with you within 10 days of that date to arrange the return of your deposit if there are no deductions. If, however the landlord wishes to make deductions from your deposit, there will be a set procedure for that to take place. Details of which can be found on the website for the deposit scheme that is being used.
By taking on the responsibility of managing your property, we alleviate the pressure on the landlord whilst also making sure the property remains of quality condition and taking care of all issues that occur.
Our 'Guaranteed Rent' is ideal for landlords and those investing in properties as it ensures rent is paid in full and on time. Minus the hassle or even the time the property is empty - an incredibly convenient and reliable way of investing.
We have helped hundreds of individuals take their first step on the property ladder and go onto start and grow their portfolio
Part of our commitment is making sure your property is well looked after and our maintenance department can deal with day-to-day issues and carry out general repairs to your property. Whether your property needs painting or a major refurbishment, our expert team can get the job done.
Rest assured that we have a dedicated team to handle all your property licensing needs, ensuring full compliance with all obligations. Your peace of mind is our priority, and we are committed to making property management as hassle-free as possible for you.
Considering selling your property? Tired of landlord responsibilities and eager to leave the market? We, or our clients, are interested in purchasing your property, allowing you to continue earning rent until the deal is finalized. Reach out for a conversation with us.
