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Deposits:
Other costs:
Under the 2014 Immigration Act, landlords must confirm a tenant’s legal right to rent in England. Before securing houses rent properties London, all adult tenants must pass a Right to Rent check.
No. Without proper documentation, you cannot legally secure a rental property. Every adult tenant in a household must pass the Right to Rent check—if one fails, the entire tenancy could be denied.
We also work with short-lets and serviced apartments if you’re looking to just settle for a few weeks or months. It could also be an alternative for you while you get acquainted to London, the area, or come work in the capital. It also takes the pressure off you to find something more permanent quickly.
For a long let we will need details of your previous landlord or estate agents, bank, employee and/or character references to demonstrate proof of income. For a short-let proof of address, proof of ‘Right to Rent’ and original ID.
If bills are not included in your rental agreement, we will take notes of meter readings at the start of your tenancy, you will be responsible with transferring or setting up accounts under your name as soon as you move in. At the end of your tenancy, you will also be responsible with contacting the utility companies to remove your name from the property and passing over last meter readings.
Depending on your rental agreement, rent is usually paid monthly by setting up a direct debit with your bank. For short-lets full payment is required prior to you moving in.
We usually recommend being upfront and discussing any financial issues you face as soon as possible with your agent. Bear in mind, based on your contract, late fees might incur, and letters will be issued.
Once your tenancy starts you should be given a main point of contact to reach out to for support, issues with your tenancy, or any maintenance required at the property.
The main thing to remember is that you are responsible for rent until the end of the contract or its break clause point. If the landlord agrees to re-market the property and once a new tenant is found, then your liability will be reduced to covering the landlord’s commission and any other expenses from when the property is re-let.
There will be a check-in inventory you need to go through to ensure everything is left as you found it. You will also need to arrange a professional cleaning service based on Wextons standards and ensure you remove yourself from any utility bills. Once we go through the check-out process, we communicate with you the status of your deposit.
Yes, we can. Just get in touch and we can book your end of tenancy clean.
No. Please leave the property as noted in the inventory check in. You will be charged for removal costs for unwanted items.
Your landlord has up to 10 days after the end of your contract to review the property and decide if deductions from your deposit are necessary. Once agreed your deposit will be sent back to you by bank transfer and this can take up to 3-5 working days to clear into your account.
Deposits:
Other costs:
Under the 2014 Immigration Act, landlords must confirm a tenant’s legal right to rent in England. Before securing houses rent properties London, all adult tenants must pass a Right to Rent check.
No. Without proper documentation, you cannot legally secure a rental property. Every adult tenant in a household must pass the Right to Rent check—if one fails, the entire tenancy could be denied.
We also work with short-lets and serviced apartments if you’re looking to just settle for a few weeks or months. It could also be an alternative for you while you get acquainted to London, the area, or come work in the capital. It also takes the pressure off you to find something more permanent quickly.
For a long let we will need details of your previous landlord or estate agents, bank, employee and/or character references to demonstrate proof of income. For a short-let proof of address, proof of ‘Right to Rent’ and original ID.
If bills are not included in your rental agreement, we will take notes of meter readings at the start of your tenancy, you will be responsible with transferring or setting up accounts under your name as soon as you move in. At the end of your tenancy, you will also be responsible with contacting the utility companies to remove your name from the property and passing over last meter readings.
Depending on your rental agreement, rent is usually paid monthly by setting up a direct debit with your bank. For short-lets full payment is required prior to you moving in.
We usually recommend being upfront and discussing any financial issues you face as soon as possible with your agent. Bear in mind, based on your contract, late fees might incur, and letters will be issued.
Once your tenancy starts you should be given a main point of contact to reach out to for support, issues with your tenancy, or any maintenance required at the property.
The main thing to remember is that you are responsible for rent until the end of the contract or its break clause point. If the landlord agrees to re-market the property and once a new tenant is found, then your liability will be reduced to covering the landlord’s commission and any other expenses from when the property is re-let.
There will be a check-in inventory you need to go through to ensure everything is left as you found it. You will also need to arrange a professional cleaning service based on Wextons standards and ensure you remove yourself from any utility bills. Once we go through the check-out process, we communicate with you the status of your deposit.
Yes, we can. Just get in touch and we can book your end of tenancy clean.
No. Please leave the property as noted in the inventory check in. You will be charged for removal costs for unwanted items.
Your landlord has up to 10 days after the end of your contract to review the property and decide if deductions from your deposit are necessary. Once agreed your deposit will be sent back to you by bank transfer and this can take up to 3-5 working days to clear into your account.
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