Checklists
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Before you look for a property, understand what a landlord is responsible for. | |
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Know what it is you as a tenant are responsible for to spot a bad landlord who tries to get out of their responsibilities. | |
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When visiting a property, check your landlord is meeting legal safety standards including:
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Before signing a contract, confirm with the landlord what repairs you are responsible for, such as:
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Know what repairs the landlord is responsible for such as:
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Check your deposit is being protected with our rights checker and tenancy deposit protection. |
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Ask what happens about the landlord changing the rent. | |
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Remember Landlords can’t refuse to accept rent from you. | |
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Landlords can only increase rent at certain times/under certain circumstances set by the type of tenancy and agreement you have. | |
