Email: dave@qualityyorkshirehomes.co.uk Tel: 07587050109
Email: dave@qualityyorkshirehomes.co.uk Tel: 07587050109
If you have not had one of our houses for rent before you might not know what to look for, what questions to ask or what being a tenant means for you. At Quality Yorkshire Homes we thought it would be helpful if we put together a handy guide to help you choose the right property, and what our process is for renting a house.
What’s important to you
When choosing your ideal house to rent, you’ll probably have a number of considerations including
Price
Location
Size and number of bedrooms
Is there a garden
Parking
We only rent to employed professionals. Let us know what your priorities are, and we’ll make sure we find your ideal house at the right price.
What next?
Once you have identified your preferences, contact us to arrange a viewing on a day and time that suits you best. Alternatively, if you are unsure of what you are looking for just ask us and we will happily help you to find the right home to meet your needs.
Affordability
Don’t forget that being a tenant of a house means you will be responsible to pay for your utilities as well as the monthly rent. These are:
Gas
Electricity
Council Tax
Water
Broadband (if you have it installed)
TV Licence (if you have a TV or watch TV online)
What's the minimum length of time I can rent for?
We prioritise tenants who can commit to a minimum of 6 months tenancy.
References
References and background checks will be required on application.
Do you accept pets?
No, we do not allow pets. So you'll have to find another home for your pooch or moggy while you live in one of our houses!
Reserving your house
If you like the property and have found the home you’ve been looking for then you will need to reserve your house. The rental market moves quickly so it is important for you to reserve quickly otherwise it may be lost.
In order to reserve your house, you will need to show us the following documents:
ID (Passport / Driving licence)
Proof of your current address
Previous landlord reference from last two landlords
Proof of current income (Bank Statements and Job Contract)
Right to rent documents (If you are not an UK national)
Reference checks and tenancy agreement
After you have reserved your property we will carry out a reference check. Through this process we will need to see the addresses of your previous rental homes and the landlord’s details. We will need to confirm you are currently employment status and will ask you to provide references. We will also check that you have no history of bad credit in the form of CCJs or bankruptcy.
Tenancy agreement
If you successfully pass the reference checks, we will then send you the tenancy agreement that will show you the terms of the tenancy. This is a legally binding document to ensure the rights and obligations of the tenant and the landlord.
Rents
Rents are normally quoted calendar monthly, and payable monthly in advance. All rents are payable by bank standing order to our company bank account.
Deposit
A security deposit of a minimum of one month's rental will normally be required. This deposit will be treated in accordance with the Tenancy Deposit Protection regulations, and you will be provided with the appropriate prescribed information and receive details regarding the scheme used. The deposit is held to cover damage, breakages, and any other liabilities under the terms of your tenancy agreement. Please note that under no circumstances can the deposit be used by the tenant to cover rent.
Moving in
We will then contact you to arrange a mutually convenient move in date will be arranged and you will be required to pay your first month’s rent and the deposit at least 24 hours before moving in. A member of our team will meet you at the property and show you around. We will go through the inventory during the check in process and answer any questions you may have.
After checking in you will be given your keys and then you can relax and settle into your new home!
Property inspections and maintenance
The property will be inspected regularly for your safety and to identify any maintenance issues that may need addressing.
In the case of any emergency maintenance issues please contact us and we will arrange for a member of our maintenance team to fix the problem.
When your tenancy ends
Before the end of your tenancy, we will contact you to understand what your plans are for staying in the property and whether you would like to extend your term with us.
If you decide to leave at the end of your tenancy we will arrange a checkout date for you and will require an inspection of the property to ensure that it is given back to us in the same condition as the beginning of the tenancy. You will be required to clean the house thoroughly and to return the keys back to us on the day you leave. Ensure no personal belongings are left behind.
If you require any help prior to leaving, feel free to contact us for further advice and guidance for a swift and secure return of your deposit.
If you would like to apply for a house with us, please get in touch below
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