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Tenant Fees & Services
Potential Tenants...
If your looking to rent with us, we offer a very low holding fee and NO HIDDEN COSTS! We also acceppt DSS, providing you have a guarantor in place. We generally advise between 2-4 weeks between paying the admin fee and moving in. If you see a property you are interested in, please feel free to call the office or send us an email.
Before You Move In
Holding
Fee
£100 - This covers the cost of the paperwork, application process and acts as a deposit for the property, where we take it off the market once paid.*
Please Note:- This is non-refundable if you choose not to proceed.
Guarantor
Fee
If you are in receipt of DSS** you will need a guarantor. This has to be either a homeowner or someone who has been in full time employment earning a minimum of £15,000 per annum. You will not pass the credit check without one.
If you are in full time employment, needing a guarantor is your choice. It is advisable if you have had any CCJ's within the last 7 years or have a bad credit rating.
Please
Note
*If you fail the credit check we cannot move forward with your application and the property will go back on the market, unless a guarantor can be provided.
**Housing Benefits are put in place for your benefit, not ours. Regardless of any benefit you may receive, the rent must be paid on or before its due date and in full.
Moving In
Move In
Day
On the Move In Day we require the first months rent and the same equivalent for the bond. For the months thereafter we advise setting up a standing order.
Bond
(Deposit)
The bond is in place for protection of the property. When the time comes you wish to move on, providing the property is in an acceptable condition you will get your full bond back. We use the Deposit Protection Scheme (DPS) which is the government based service that holds your bond until you move out.
During Your Tenancy
Tenancy Variation Fee
£50
This fee applies if you require us to make any changes or amendments to the tenancy agreement. Such as adding or removing names, etc.
Replacement Keys
£10
Keys Cut: Collection.
£75
Keys Cut: Delivered.
£65
Locks Changed. (plus price per lock, usually between £20 & £30)
Removals
£30
Per Item.
N/A
Price Pending Inspection.
Maintenance
£50
Plus cost of materials, if required. If you have any maintenance issues that do not fall under the landlords responsibility, please feel free to ask. This is our standard call out charge at a discounted rate, specially for tenants. Alternatively, we may be able to refer you to an external contractor for a quotation.
Understanding the Bigger Picture
Rent Arrears
Rent arrears can be a challenging situation for both tenants and landlords, especially in today’s economic climate.
As a small family-run business, we understand that financial difficulties can happen and aim to offer leeway where possible. We're happy to work with tenants to find fair solutions, but continued non-payment without communication may require further action.
Implications for Landlords
While paying rent is a key part of your tenancy, it’s worth knowing that property ownership involves a wide range of ongoing costs and responsibilities. Landlords often cover expenses such as mortgage repayments, insurance, letting agency fees, ground rent (where applicable), and various taxes. On top of that, any required maintenance or unexpected repairs can add significantly to their financial and time commitments. Rent helps the landlord cover the vital aspects above as well as the overall upkeep.
Implications for Agents
If you are experiencing difficulties, please contact us as soon as possible -open communication is key.
If rent is not paid, we do not get paid. This directly affects our ability to operate effectively and support both you and the property. Without these payments, it becomes challenging to provide the standard of service and housing we strive to maintain.
Refer a Friend
Know Someone Looking to Rent? Get £50 When They Move In!
We’re always looking for great tenants — and we trust yours the most. If you know someone looking for a place to rent, refer them to us!
If your referral results in a successful tenancy application and they move in, we’ll give you a £50 thank-you bonus.
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