Effective Tips to Be a Happy Tenant
Being a tenant is not easy. Tenants across the UK can face numerous problems casued by their landlords. some of which can end up in court. With the heating up of the UK property market and the rise in house prices it has meant an increased demand for rental property. More potential tenants are now competing for each property.
This article offers some tips to help tenants rent properties in a hassle free way. Carry paperwork: When competing for renting, the most effective way to persuade a potential landlord is being prepared. To get an edge over the rest of the applicants, carry these along with you when you go to visit the landlord – a current and updated credit report copy, references in writing from colleagues, employers and previous landlords and a complete rental application.
Review the rental lease: Review each and every condition in the tenancy agreement carefully, prior to signing on that dotted line. A rental agreement or lease may have one or more provisions, which are unacceptable for you, such as restrictions on operating a home business, design modifications, pets and guests. Get everything in written form: Obtain everything in written form for preventing misunderstandings and disputes with your landlord.
Copies of all correspondence should be kept and create a letter out of an oral agreements with the landlord. The letter is a proof of your understandings through the oral agreement. During your tenancy too, keep everything in written form. For instance, if you request a repair to your landlord, make a request in written form and have its copy with yourself. If the landlord gives his consent orally, send him a letter as a confirmation. Safeguard your privacy rights: Apart from disputes on security deposits and rents, other common misunderstandings can arise, which can often become contentious.