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HomeLets accompany all viewings and assist with the formalities at the start of
your tenancy. A deposit and the non-refundable documentation charge covering
references, credit searches and any related administration, must be paid in full
for each tenant. The application forms must be completed in full. Photographic
ID is required and foreign nationals must provide proof of permission to reside
in the UK. References must be satisfactory and if you are a student or do not
have a regular income, a guarantor may be required. Once your application has
been accepted, we will prepare your tenancy agreement. Each person over the age
of 18 who will be living at the property will need to be named on the agreement
and will be required to complete the full tenant application process.
Properties
Properties are let 'as seen' so if you are in any doubt as to what is included,
please establish this upon application. We request that all contact during the
tenancy be made in writing or by e-mail; however urgent issues should be reported
immediately by telephone.
Terms, agreements and rent
An AST (assured shorthold tenancy agreement) is a legally binding contract;
once you have signed it, you are bound by its terms. An AST is usually set up
for an initial fixed term of 6 months and renewed on a month-by-month ̉periodicÓ
basis. Your tenancy is secure for at least the fixed term of your tenancy;
however should you wish to move out earlier, you will incur a breach fee. After
the fixed term, you are asked to give one monthƠs notice to end your contract,
and your landlord must give you two. Once an AST is been granted, we will take
the first month's rent (due on or before the start date of the tenancy) and
organise future rent payments. Rent (exclusive of utilities and council tax) is
due in accordance with your tenancy agreement, which may involve a part payment
during the first month.
Deposit
This is an amount equivalent to a month's rent (unless otherwise specified) and,
in accordance with the Housing Act 2004, your money is protected in accordance
with a specified deposit scheme as shown in your Assured Shorthold Agreement.
Check-in and check-out
You will be given a schedule of condition and/or inventory when you sign your
contract and a check-in appointment will be arranged. These must be carefully
checked, signed and agreed by both parties.
At the end of your tenancy you should refer to your tenancy agreement and your
schedule of condition to ensure you meet all of your contractual obligations. At
your final inspection the condition of the property will be recorded and compared
with your check-in notes and schedule of condition.
NB: This guidance must not be misconstrued as contractual or binding and may vary
depending on factors such as your landlord, the property and your own personal
circumstances. If you require clarification on any of the matters above, please
contact us.
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