Do
I have to pay any up front fees?
When
do I need to pay my deposit?
Do
I have to supply references?
What
is a tenancy agreement?
What
are my responsibilities?
How
long does it take before I can move in?
How
long is a typical let?
How
do I pay my rent?
What
happens if I want to stay on or leave early?
What
else do I have to pay for?
What
must I do at the end of the tenancy?
Do I have to pay any up front fees?
If you decide to take up a tenancy with us then we
charge £30.00 (non-refundable) administration fee. back
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When do I need to pay my
deposit?
When you sign your tenancy agreement, which will need
to be within 48 hours of taking the property, due to high demand we cannot
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Do I have to supply any references?
When you fill in your application form we will ask
for details of your next of kin and an emergency contact. You must also
have a UK based guarantor. This is someone who will sign an agreement
to say that if you fail to pay your rent, they will pay on your behalf.
If you are a a Non-UK student (this includes Rep of Ireland), and have
no-one based in the uk who will act as a guarantor, then unfortunately
you would have to pay the entire years rent in advance.
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What is a tenancy agreement?
It is a legally binding document between you and the
landlord, applicable only to you and the property you are renting, that
states the amount of rent, length of tenancy, your rights and responsibilities.
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What are my responsibilities?
These should be clearly set out in your tenancy agreement,
which you should read carefully before you sign. If in doubt ask one of
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How long does it take before I can move in?
You can move in on the first day of your tenancy.
This is usually September 1st. back to top
How long is a typical let?
In most cases our student tenancies run for 11 months.
They start on 1st September until 31st July. We need to receive all your
documentation by the 1st September so you can move in on time. back
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How do I pay my rent?
We normally require payments in three equal installments,
due in September, January and April. For these payments we require cheques
to be posted to the office before you can collect keys. back
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What happens if I want to stay on or leave early?
There should be no problem extending your contract
for the following academic year. You will receive a letter in mid January
asking if you would like to extend your tenancy. However, if you wish
to leave early, you will still be liable for the rent unless you find
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What else do I have to pay for?
Generally all the utilities and any other bills, with
the exception of water rates which are generally included in the rent.
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What must I do at the end of a tenancy?
Ensure that you fulfil your obligations stated in
the tenancy and leave the property in the state that it was given to you.
You will need to either drop your keys into the office or post them to
us taped to a piece of card. After we have received these then we can
return your deposit, providing there is no damage to the property.back
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