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10 things to consider when renting a property

Article Category: Advice

Author Name: Christopher Marriott

We understand that renting an apartment or house for the first time can seem daunting, which is why we have put together some helpful guidelines to help you make the right choice.

1. Location, location, location!

The most important factor that has to be taken into serious consideration is where you want to move to, where do you see yourself living? In a bustling city centre, a country village, something that is close to shops and public transport. People think sacrificing the location for a property that has the most beautiful kitchen or luxury bathroom is the right choice, but location is everything. If you don't drive and need public transport every day to get to work, there is no point in renting an apartment a 45 minute walk away from public transport or the local shops. Never underestimate the convenience of the little corner shop for those essentials!

2. Is it affordable?

Whether it's your first or tenth time renting a property, you always must review your budget before viewing any properties. You can not enjoy your lovely new apartment if you fall short of money every month. To do this, make a list of all your monthly outgoings including bills, rent, utilities, food shopping etc.

You need to plan your budget realistically and not think we only need half the food we usually get, this is not the way to do it, base your budget on outgoings in the last 12 months.

3. Size matters!

As the same with planning your budget, you need to look at a property realistically in terms of will you and your family fit in it comfortably without sacrificing comfort? Do you have children that need a bedroom each? Do you need a study if you work from home? All these are things you need to think about.

4. Presentation

Presentation is key when it comes to getting your attention, that is why our website contains as many photos and descriptions to help you get the full idea of a property before you book a viewing. The vast majority of people book viewings when the property has been professionally cleaned and has neutral colors throughout.

5. When do you need to move?

It may sound like an obvious question, but because of many things than need to be done when moving into a new rented apartment, people tend to overlook when they actually need to move. We recommend that you start looking for an apartment or house to rent 2 months before your ideal moving date, this way you will know the date you wish to move prior to viewing properties. You need to know your moving date as you can not commit to an application until you know this date.

6. Do you have pets?

The majority of landlords prefer that their tenants do not have any pets. That said however, a lot of the population have pets, most of who are responsible and will keep the rented properties clean and tidy. Make sure that you ask whether pets are allowed in the rented apartment or house prior to viewing, this way you can avoid any disappointment.

7. Who manages the property?

This is another important factor to take into account and one that should be asked when viewing the property, is the property managed by the agent or landlord? There are many good landlords out there but many tenants prefer to deal with the managing agent. If you do ever experience a serious issue, then you make a complaint with the Property Ombudsman.

8. References

Once you have found a property that is in the right location, is affordable and is the right size, you will fill in an application to rent. Once this application has been submitted, the agent will seek references from you in order to check your circumstances. These details will usually include, employment references, landlord references if you have previously rented, credit searches, photo ID�s and proof of address.

9. Register your details with us

To help you on your search for your perfect apartment or house to rent, get in touch with us and we can help you find it, or you can browse through our many properties on the website.

10. Is your Agent qualified?

At the moment, there is no requirement for agents to be licensed, meaning anyone can set up a letting agency. There are however membership statuses such as the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA) and the National Federation of Property Professional (NFOPP). If an agent is also SAFE registered then your money will protected and insured giving you the peace of mind from your agent.

Keywords: property, for sale, to rent

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