Start of Tenancy
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When does the Check-In take place?
Read more: When does the Check-In take place?The Check-In takes place on the day the tenancy commences at a time that suits you. To arrange a Check-In please use our online appointment request facility here or contact our office details here
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What is a Check-In?
Read more: What is a Check-In?This is when we meet the prospective tenants at the property on the day the tenancy starts. During the meeting we provide you with prescribed (in law) information, test the alarms, check the property against the Inventory and Schedule of Condition Report, take meter readings and provide you with keys and any manufacturer’s instructions for any appliances and equipment left at the property. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article so we know how well it answered your question…
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If my tenancy commences on the 6th will this be the day my rent is payable?
Read more: If my tenancy commences on the 6th will this be the day my rent is payable?The first rental payment is to be made on or before the commencement of the proposed tenancy. If the tenancy commences on the 6th the rent due date will be the 6th day of each month (assuming monthly periodic). We ask that Standing Orders are set up for 3 days before rent due date to allow for clearance which can be delayed by weekends and bank holidays.
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Is the holding deposit the tenancy deposit?
Read more: Is the holding deposit the tenancy deposit?No – The Holding Deposit is used towards the Initial Rent if a tenancy is granted and the tenancy is entered into. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article so we know how well it answered your question…
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How long will the initial period of my proposed tenancy be?
Read more: How long will the initial period of my proposed tenancy be?*** Effective 1st May 2026, under the Renters’ Rights Act there is no longer a fixed period or set end date for a tenancy. All tenancies are now open-ended, rolling monthly periodic tenancies *** The initial period of the tenancy is as long as you want subject to the agreement of the landlord. If the applicant or landlord do not specify or agree an initial period in advance of the tenancy being granted, by default the tenancy will have an initial term of 6 months. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the…
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Do I need to contact energy providers at the start of my tenancy?
Read more: Do I need to contact energy providers at the start of my tenancy?No – We will on your behalf notify, at the commencement and at the end of the tenancy, the local authority responsible for the collection of Council Tax and any providers of any electricity, gas, oil and any other relevant fuels, water and environmental services to the property. If you have not received a welcome letter from the local authority or relevant utility or service providers within 14 days of the commencement of the tenancy please contact Jungle Property. If your property has a prepayment meter to pay for gas or electricity, you will need a payment device (card or…
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If my offer is accepted what are the next steps?
Read more: If my offer is accepted what are the next steps?The granting of a tenancy will be subject to: • Completion of Reservation Agreement and payment of Holding Deposit • Completion of tenant reference application and satisfactory references (incl. any pet references and references from all landlords in the last 3 years) • Provision of proof of immigration status • Provision of proof of personal identity (drivers licence, passport or photo ID) • Provision of proof of current address (bank statement, building society passbook, council tax statement or utility bill) • Provision of pet information • Clearance of funds for advance rental payment • Clearance of funds for additional deposit…
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What documents are acceptable for proof of right to rent immigration status?
Read more: What documents are acceptable for proof of right to rent immigration status?Lists of acceptable documents can be found in the Right to Rent Checks: A user guide for tenants and landlords available from this page here From 6th April 2022, Biometric Residence Card (BRC), Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) and Frontier Worker Permit (FWP) holders will need to use the online service to prove their right to rent – landlords and agents will not be able to use your original documents. The documents mostly commonly used to prove right to rent immigration status are a British passport or a UK birth certificate together with a full UK driving licence. Further Reading How…