Residential Letting & Property Management
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Should I ask the applicant for rent in advance?
Read more: Should I ask the applicant for rent in advance?The decision to ask an applicant for rent in advance for the entire fixed term of the tenancy (typically 6 months) before granting a tenancy is the landlords, and will be based on the findings from the tenant referencing. This may be obligatory if the landlord wants rent protection and legal expenses insurance. Asking an […]
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My rental property is listed, does it need to meet the minimum level of energy efficiency?
Read more: My rental property is listed, does it need to meet the minimum level of energy efficiency?No The Regulations only apply to those domestic properties which are legally required to have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). This means properties required to have an EPC by any of the following:The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007, The Building Regulations 2010, The Energy Performance of Buildings (England […]
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How can I reduce the risk from Legionella in a garden water butt?
Read more: How can I reduce the risk from Legionella in a garden water butt?• Keep water butts clean by emptying and scrubbing out once a year. • Keep water butts in a cool position as far as practically possible. Insulate them to help prevent temperatures increasing in warm weather or paint them with a light colour to reflect the light. • If the temperature of the water for […]
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How do I make an offer to rent a property?
Read more: How do I make an offer to rent a property?To make an offer, use the link to edit the Viewing Application and Offer Form towards the top of the e-mail sent to you (automatically) when you applied to view the property: Once you have followed the link, select the option Make an offer for a property. If you have deleted the […]
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How do I thaw a frozen condensate pipe?
Read more: How do I thaw a frozen condensate pipe?Frozen condensate pipes are a common problem in extremely cold weather causing the boiler to fail. Thawing frozen condensate pipes is a tenant repairing obligation. If the pipe was not properly insulated or installed so that it sags or has an inadequate downward slope preventing water from draining, it is a landlord repairing obligation. Still […]
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My tenant has not paid rent for several months and has disappeared, can I re-possess the property?
Read more: My tenant has not paid rent for several months and has disappeared, can I re-possess the property?This is most likely what is known as abandonment. Ending a tenancy There are two ways to gain possession of the property: Court order Express surrender There is another way that is not so clear-cut – implied surrender. The tenant not paying rent for several months and disappearing may be a case of implied surrender […]
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Are my blinds safe and compliant?
Read more: Are my blinds safe and compliant?Find out if your blinds are safe and compliant by clicking on the link below. You’ll also find video tutorials on how to make your blinds safe and compliant. 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 […]
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Give us an example of what a long term lease would entail?
Read more: Give us an example of what a long term lease would entail?A tenancy can last for any length of time – as long as the landlord and tenant are in agreement to let the tenancy continue. Similarly, the length of the term defined in the tenancy agreement can be for any length of time. A 999-year lease, under historic common law, is an essentially permanent lease […]
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Who is responsible for the utilities in my property during a void period?
Read more: Who is responsible for the utilities in my property during a void period?The landlord is responsible for any Council Tax liability and the cost of any electricity, gas, oil and any other relevant fuels, water and environmental services during the void period, until the property is occupied by a new tenant. If your property is managed by Jungle Property, we will on your behalf notify, at the end of the […]
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My offer has been accepted what is the next step?
Read more: My offer has been accepted what is the next step?Reserve property – complete Reservation Agreement and pay Holding Deposit via this link here 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…