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Potterton Promax System HE Plus A User Guide
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I have viewed a property and would like to proceed, what is the next step?
Read more: I have viewed a property and would like to proceed, what is the next step?The key steps you will need to take before moving in are outlined in the NEXT STEPS document provided to you during the viewing. If you would like another copy of the document, please ask and we will gladly provide. 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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I have not received an e-mail I was expecting from Jungle Property what should I do?
Read more: I have not received an e-mail I was expecting from Jungle Property what should I do?1. Check any e-mail junk or spam folders where e-mail believed to be junk or spam is sent Still not found the e-mail… 2. Contact Jungle Property via e-mail – details here. We will check if the e-mail was sent and sent to the right e-mail address Still not found the e-mail… 3. Contact your e-mail provider and ask them to investigate why our e-mail was received by them but has not appeared in your inbox. In the majority of cases where an e-mail was not received, investigations find that the e-mail was sent, was sent to the correct address…
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Can a letting agent charge a tenant a fee for renewing a tenancy?
Read more: Can a letting agent charge a tenant a fee for renewing a tenancy?The practice of charging a tenant a fee for renewing a tenancy is widespread and unless/until tenant fees are banned, the letting agent can charge a tenant a fee for renewing a tenancy. However, there are some pitfalls the letting agent needs to be aware of… Secret profit The landlord / letting agent relationship is governed by the law of agency. An agent (in this case a letting agent) has a fiduciary duty towards their principal (in this case a landlord). Therefore, the letting agent is only legally entitled to charge fees which are authorised by the agency/client agreement which…
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Do you have any advice on insurance approved locks?
Read more: Do you have any advice on insurance approved locks?No – sorry locks and security in general are not our area of expertise. For expert advice on locks we recommend you contact a locksmith and can recommend Wells Locks on 01749 677526 (Glastonbury office catchment area). The key standards to look for are: BS 3621: This is the most common standard for insurance-approved deadlocks. You will see a BSI Kitemark and “BS3621” engraved on the lock’s faceplate. These locks have a minimum of five levers and have been tested against drilling and picking. Multi-point locking systems: Often found on uPVC and composite doors, these systems lock at multiple points…
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Do I need landlords insurance?
Read more: Do I need landlords insurance?Yes – Landlords’ insurance is an insurance policy that covers a property owner from financial losses connected with rental properties. The term is commonly used to describe an insurance policy that covers the building, with the option of insuring any contents inside that belong to the landlord. Mortgage lenders insist on buildings insurance as a bare minimum to cover any costs involved in rebuilding your property if the worst happens. The sum insured should reflect the rebuild cost as set out in your buildings survey. Care should be taken not to undervalue your property as this will affect any claim you…
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How do I calculate the rebuild cost of my property?
Read more: How do I calculate the rebuild cost of my property?You have two choices: Use a surveyor Use the ABI / BCIS residential rebuilding cost calculator found here: https://abi.bcis.co.uk/ Further Reading Confused – How to calculate the rebuild cost of your home 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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What options does the landlord have at the end of the initial period?
Read more: What options does the landlord have at the end of the initial period?Beyond the Initial Period of the Tenancy the landlord has 3 choices: 1. Allow tenancy to continue 2. Grant a new tenancy 3. Terminate tenancy Each of these options is explained below. 1. Allow Tenancy to Continue If the landlord wishes to allow the tenancy to continue beyond the initial period on the same terms, there is no need to take any further action. By taking no action, the tenancy will continue after the end of the initial period. As the rent is due monthly (the ‘period’), the tenancy will run month to month. The terms and conditions imposed on…
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Can a tenant decorate the property?
Read more: Can a tenant decorate the property?The tenant agrees not to alter the appearance or decoration or structure of the property or its fixture or fittings or contents (if any) either internally or externally without first obtaining the prior written consent of the landlord or his agent. Such consent will not be unreasonably withheld. For Full Management properties a tenant can request consent to decorate online using the Consent to Decorate Request form. Any consent given would be subject to the tenant agreeing to the following conditions: • all surfaces to be decorated will be properly prepared and suitable materials will be used to protect the…
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How do I reclaim a deposit through the DPS?
Read more: How do I reclaim a deposit through the DPS?The procedure rules are defined in the Deposit Protection Service – Custodial Terms and Conditions and both landlords and tenants should in the first instance familiarise themselves with the terms therein. For Full Management properties, Jungle Property will process the Tenancy Deposit on behalf of the landlord. For Let Only clients Jungle Property will release the Tenancy Deposit on behalf of the landlord free of charge for undisputed claims only. Disputed claims are handled at our prevailing hourly rate. Further Reading How to reclaim a deposit {DPS Guide} Where can I find information on the dispute resolution service? Still not answered…