Yes – Where the rent is payable in advance, the landlord is entitled to the whole of the rent that was due on the last rent day before termination even though the tenancy has come to an end in the middle of the rent period. [Ellis v Rowbotham 1900 1 Q.B. 740]. Rent payable in […]
Category: End of Tenancy
Can I claim unpaid rent from the tenant’s deposit?
Yes – The deposit is held as security for and in respect of the performance by the tenant of all the obligations of the tenant in the agreement to pay for or be used for the following, typically in this order of priority; Any damage, or compensation for damage, to the property or its fixtures […]
Will I get compensation from the tenant if the carpet is damaged?
If the property is managed by Jungle Property, it will be checked by an independent inventory clerk at the end of the tenancy against the Inventory and Schedule of Condition Report compiled at the start of the tenant’s original tenancy. If the damage is deemed beyond fair wear and tear then compensation may be sought. More […]
Do I need to read the meters before the tenancy starts?
No – Jungle Property will on your behalf read and photograph any meters and 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. […]
Where can I find information on the dispute resolution service?
Information on the Deposit Protection Service (DPS) Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) service can be found here and the DPS Guide to our Alternative Dispute Resolution Process and DPS A brief overview of deposit protection Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article […]
What evidence will an adjudicator be looking for during a dispute?
Information about Tenancy Deposit disputes and the types of evidence an adjudicator will be looking for can be found in the Deposit Protection Service (DPS) guide Tenancy Deposits, Disputes and Damages and DPS A brief overview of deposit protection The evidence we recommend you compile in support of a claim for compensation for cleaning or […]
What is the purpose of the pre Check-Out inspection?
The purpose of the pre Check-Out inspection is: • Answer any questions you may have about the end of tenancy process or the Check-Out • Check that you have received confirmation of the Check-Out appointment • Optionally check the property against the Inventory and Schedule of Condition Report • Remind you of any Special Conditions […]
If I grant a tenancy, what happens at the end of the initial period of the tenancy?
Assuming the tenant wants to remain in the property and you are happy for the tenant to remain, at the end of the initial period you have the option to extend, renew or terminate the tenancy. For Full Management properties, Jungle Property will contact you approximately 10 weeks before the end of the initial period […]
Why won’t Jungle Property provide a tenant reference?
There is no legal or contractual obligation for the landlord or his agent to provide a reference for a tenant at the end of the tenancy. Where a tenant has fully complied with all the conditions of a tenancy throughout the tenancy we will, free of charge and with the prior written consent of the […]
What do I do to get my deposit money from the DPS?
The lead tenant should receive, or have received, an e-mail from the Deposit Protection Service (the DPS) requesting your authority to release your Tenancy Deposit. To authorise the release of your Tenancy Deposit you will need your Repayment ID that the DPS e-mailed to you at the start of the tenancy. Additionally you will need […]