Tenant Guide to Renting
If you’re a prospective tenant seeking a rental property in Bexhill, Hastings, and the surrounding areas, choosing Abbott & Abbott means partnering with an estate agency that values personal service and integrity. We have a rich history of connecting tenants with their ideal homes, from cozy bungalows to spacious apartments. Our intimate knowledge of the local market, combined with our commitment to making your move as stress-free as possible, positions us as the ideal choice for anyone looking to rent in the area. Trust in our professional, experienced staff to guide you through the rental process with ease and confidence.
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Register your details
Call our office to register your details. Make note of your household annual income as the agents will need to know this information. It’s always good to run a credit check on yourself if you have any concerns about adverse credit so you can be upfront with the agent before carrying out viewings.
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Book Property Viewings
Attend viewings promptly as a property can get let very quickly. Take notes of the property’s condition, amenities, and suitability for your needs.
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Submit Rental Applications
Provide all necessary documentation, including proof of income, employment details and any additional information. It is essential to be honest with any information given.
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Complete the referencing process
Once you have been accepted for the property we will carry out all the references. To ensure this is done as quickly as possible ensure you provide the correct contact details for employers and landlords. Be prepared to provide additional information or documentation as requested by the landlord or letting agent. Bring you ID to the agent to carry out right to rent checks.
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Sign the documents
Review the lease agreement carefully and ensure you understand all terms and conditions, including rent amount, lease duration, and maintenance responsibilities. Sign the lease agreement once you are satisfied with the terms outlined.
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Tenant move in day
Coordinate with the agent to schedule your move-in day. Ensure all payments have been made. Collect keys and any necessary instructions for accessing the property. Check the inventory and sign.
Tenant Fees
We will only charge the following in connection with a tenancy:
| A | The rent |
| B | A refundable tenancy deposit capped at no more than five weeks’ rent where the annual rent is less than £50,000, or six weeks’ rent where the total annual rent is £50,000 or above |
| C | A refundable holding deposit (to reserve a property) capped at no more than one week’s rent |
| D | Payments to change the tenancy when requested by the tenant, capped at £50, or reasonable costs incurred if higher |
| E | Payments associated with early termination of the tenancy, when requested by the tenant |
| F | Payments in respect of utilities, communication services, TV licence and council tax |
| G | A default fee for late payment of rent and replacement of a lost key/security device, where required under a tenancy agreement |
Deposits are protected with the Tenancy Deposit Schemes Custodial scheme.
We are members of The Property Ombudsman’s redress scheme.
We are registered with NAEA Propertymark for client money protection.
We are registered with the ICO for Data Protection.