Tenants

To assist you quickly and professionally we have a procedure that is designed to make sure that you get the property that you want.

IMPORTANT  Read the following information carefully as it will mean the difference between getting the property that you want, in the time that you want it.

• Your offer, and desired moving date  will be put to the Landlord as soon as possible,  once accepted you will be required to fill in an application form.  The purpose of this form is so we can reference you in order to draw up a tenancy agreement.  Therefore it is essential that you complete the form fully.  Illegible or missing information will delay your application and may endanger your chances of success.

 NB.  It is normally good practice to complete this form while offering.  It speeds up the process and shows a great sign of commitment to the Landlord and thus increases your chances of success.

• Once referencing is complete you will also need to provide proof of identity and  proof of residency at your current address.  We will need to take at least one of the  following for ID and residency:

1. Passport or
2. Driving licence with your current address

PLUS

1. A recent utility bill gas / electric / water or
2. A recent mobile phone bill or
3. A council tax bill or
4. Bank statements

 IMPORTANT NOTES

Holding deposit This is a common procedure that shows that you have serious intent to let the property.  The holding deposit is £150 for every property.  Do not worry, this deposit is returned to you if the Landlord eventually decides to change his/her mind.  However it is not returned to you if, a) your references are unsatisfactory or, b) you decide to withdraw from the transaction at a later stage.  Should everything be satisfactory the deposit will later form a part of your first months rent.

Reserving the property Your property will not be taken off the market with us (or other agents the Landlord may be using) until your application form and a holding deposit is returned to us.  By delaying the return you will endanger the offer and may find that someone else takes your property.

Fees Referencing fees cost £55 per tenant / guarantor, (this needs to also be paid at the same time as your holding deposit).

Administration charges £95 per let.  This is used to cover the costs of drawing up the tenancy and inventory.

Security deposit  Normally one months rent.  This is required to be held against damage or loss incurred.