Jungle Property
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What we need to do to ensure we have electricity, gas and hot water as soon as possible?
Read more: What we need to do to ensure we have electricity, gas and hot water as soon as possible?Nothing – the utilities will all be connected at the start of your tenancy. Jungle Property will on your behalf notify, at the commencement of the tenancy, any providers of any electricity, gas, oil and any other relevant fuels, water and environmental services to the property. If your property has a prepayment meter to pay for gas or electricity, you will need a payment device (card or key) to use the meter. You should order a new payment device (card or key) from the supplier as soon as you move in to the property. We recommend you do not use…
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Can a tenant make an offer for a property available to let?
Read more: Can a tenant make an offer for a property available to let?Yes – an advertisement for a property available to let is an ‘invitation to treat’ I.e. Inviting offers for renting the property. Any offer can be accepted or rejected by the landlord (or their agent) and does not constitute a contract. Before making any offer for a rent lower than the asking rent, the tenant should consider the following: 1. The asking rent has been set based on what the landlord (or their agent) believes is the rental value in the current market conditions so be prepared to justify why you should pay a lower rent e.g. Willing to move…
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How long does it take from viewing a property to moving in?
Read more: How long does it take from viewing a property to moving in?There are many variables that can affect the actual time taken from viewing a property to moving in but as a rough guide allow 7 days – our record is 27 hours! Further Reading How long will the tenant referencing take? 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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Potterton Promax System HE Plus A Installation and Servicing Instructions
Read more: Potterton Promax System HE Plus A Installation and Servicing InstructionsPotterton Promax System HE Plus A Installation and Servicing Instructions
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Potterton Promax System HE Plus A User Guide
Read more: Potterton Promax System HE Plus A User GuidePotterton 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…