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    The Chant Group was founded by both Anthony Coulouras & Christopher Hogan, who had a vision to build a company that offered something different to your traditional agency.

    With over 40 years combined experience in all aspects of property, they have built deep, long-lasting relationships with buyers, sellers, landlords, developers, and investors.

    Our company ethos is to provide all of our clients with an honest, transparent and thoroughly professional service at all times.

    Whether you are looking to buy, rent, sell or for The Chant Group to manage your property, we offer a bespoke service individual to each and every client we work with.

    Due to our extensive database we are able to outperform our competitors through our unyielding commitment, and our ability and determination to achieve the highest results.
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    Letting Your Property 
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    Tailor-made Service

    The Chant Group are able to tailor its service to your needs as a landlord. We offer a bespoke corporate lettings service to developers and landlords on both individual and block deals as well as a comprehensive let-only and full management service. We are trusted by the most experienced and successful landlords due to our professional and personal approach, along with our focus to maximise our landlords returns with quality tenants.

    Lettings Services
    Letting only
     10% + VAT (12% inc VAT) of the agreed rent for the entire term, due in full at the commencement of the tenancy.

    To include:
    • Visit to your property and advice on the current market rent achievable
    • Advice on how to optimise rent
    • Information and advice provided on current legislation - eg EICR, Gas Safety Certificate
    • Professional photography and floorplans
    • Marketing of the property on Rightmove, PrimeLocation, Zoopla and The Chant Group website.
    • Negotiation of the terms of the tenancy between tenant and Landlord
    • Process tenant references
    • Prepare a Tenancy Agreement
    • Collect one month's rent in advance (additional rent in advance may be applicable subject to tenant credentials) plus five weeks' deposit
    • Arrange an independent inventory clerk to prepare and check inventory (new tenancies only, cost available on request)
    • Arrange safety certificates if requested (new tenancies only, costs available on request)
    • Negotiate terms of the tenancy renewal

    Letting & Property Management
    15% + VAT (18% inc VAT) of the agreed rent for the entire term, due in full at the commencement of the tenancy.

    To include:
    • Visit to your property to advise on the current market rent achievable
    • Point of contact for the tenant
    • Registration of the deposit with the Deposit Protection Scheme (TDS)
    • Rent Collection and payment to the Landlord's designated account
    • Quotations for maintenance works
    • Instruct contractors to complete agreed maintenance works
    • Arrange check-out for tenants
    • Arrange return of deposit minus any applicable deductions
    • Interim property visits at the Landlord's request
    • Serve any relevant notice - eg Section 21

    Management only:
    5% + VAT (6% inc VAT) of the agreed rent for the entire term, due in full at the commencement of the tenancy.

    Renewal fee:
    8% + VAT (9.6% inc VAT) of the agreed rent for the entire term, due in full at the commencement of the tenancy. Please note that the annual Management fee will be in addition to the renewal fee if using our management service.

    Short Let fee:
    25% + VAT (30% inc VAT). Tenancies that extend beyond the initial term without a new tenancy agreement being signed will enter into a 'rolling' periodic tenancy. A 12-month fee will be due in accordance with the above fee breakdown.

    Reference & Guarantor fee:
    £35 + VAT (£42 inc VAT) per person

    Each tenant entering into a tenancy will require a reference check - this includes a credit check and a 'Right to Rent' check. If applicable some tenants may require a guarantor check - someone suitable to guarantee the rent if the tenant's income does not meet the minimum required threshold. Total reference and guarantor fees payable will be displayed in your confirmation letter once the letting terms of your property are agreed

    Inventory Check-in & Check-out fees and rates:
    We recommend on every tenancy, that the landlord opts to have an inventory check-in and check-out carried out by an independent company. Depending on the size of your property and whether furnished or unfurnished, the rates range from £130 - £210 inclusive of VAT. A full price list is available upon request.

    Tenancy Agreement Fee
    £250 + VAT (£300 inc VAT)

    Tenant Security Deposit
    £45 + VAT (£54 inc VAT)

    At the Landlord's discretion and authorisation a change of tenant name may be permitted - ie within a shared household. The Chant Group can complete this amendment including the new Tenancy Agreement (excluding reference, guarantor checks and inventory costs).

    Additional expenses:
    Your property may require a Landlord Gas Safety Certificate, an EICR, a Portable Appliance Test (PAT), an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) and/or professional cleaning prior to a new tenancy. Please discuss with the Lettings team and they will advise you on what requirements must be met.

    Code of Practice:
    The Chant Group Ltd is a member of ARLA (propertymark) who is accredited with the Mayor's London Rental Standard. We work to strict guidelines set out by the leading governing body within the lettings industry.

    The Chant Group Ltd is a member of TPO (The Property Ombudsman). As a member we subscribe to the TPO Code of Practice for Residential Lettings Agents.

    Deposits taken for Managed properties are held in The Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) in accordance with The Housing Act 2004 (England & Wales).

    The Chant Group Ltd is a member of ICO who are the UK's independent authority set up to uphold information rights in the public interest, promoting openness by public bodies and data privacy for individuals.





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A guide to Renting 

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    Finding your perfect property:

    Once you have established how much you can afford to spend, and you have the additional monies (deposit, rent, etc ) to one side, you should start to think about your 'must haves'. These are the things that you definitely want in your new property - it could be an eat in kitchen, you may want a period property, outside space, a balcony or garden, or even off-street parking.

    You may need an unfurnished property, or maybe a furnished property if this is your first home. Perhaps you need to be within a school catchment, or close to shops, transport, or your place of work. Is it city central or more peaceful that you are looking for? If you can make a list of the things you just can't compromise on, it will help narrow down your search.

    At the same time, a list of things you would like but could compromise on providing it ticks other boxes can also help.


    Viewing properties:

    The next stage of the rental process is to start viewing properties. Some will look amazing online yet once you view, it is not at all what you want. Similarly, those properties that almost match your requirements but might need a little compromise could, when you actually step inside, feel perfect. The property you fall in love with changes from one person to the next, so we recommend that you try to view a variety of properties.

    Here are some important questions you could ask:

    • What furniture comes with the property?
    • How much is the deposit?
    • Who is the broadband provider?
    • Are there any bills included?
    • Can you get parking with this property?
    • Who manages the property?
    • Are pets allowed?

    Depending on what you want from a property and the reasons you're moving, you'll have your own questions to add to this list too. Write them down and don't be shy about asking them - if you're going to live somewhere you need to feel comfortable going forward.



    Utility Bills:
    Don't forget to budget for household bills when looking for your property. These include:

    • Council tax
    • Gas
    • Electricity
    • Water
    • Broadband & phone line
    • Contents insurance
    • TV Licence
    Household bills are often not taken into account when offering on a property and can make a massive difference to your budget and what you have left over to pay for rent etc, so calculating these costs needs to be done as a priority.


    Committing to a property:
    Okay so you have found the perfect apartment or house and now want to progress. The first thing is to secure your property. The rental market can be very fast-paced, and if you find something you want, it is advisable you move quickly, or it could be snapped up by someone else. Making a prompt decision can save you disappointment, time and heartache.

    The first thing you'll do is make a formal offer. You will normally be sent a tenant offer letter detailing the parameters of your offer, this is usually through your negotiator. You will then be asked to provide a down payment which shows commitment to the landlord (normally one week's rent). You'll be required to provide detailed information alongside your offer related to the referencing process that will follow once the offer is agreed. At this point, it is important to know that although your offer has been accepted, it is still subject to contract so proceeding with the timescales presented to you on the tenant offer letter is of paramount importance.

    Once the let is agreed in principle, you will need to provide a list of additional documents which will differ based on a number of things, e.g. you will be asked for different information if you are a student, than if you are a working professional.

    You and anyone who is going to be on the tenancy agreement will need to be referenced through either a third-party referencing company or our in-house referencing team. This simply confirms that you can afford to enter into a legally binding contract with the landlord and can afford the rent. Failing this check doesn't mean you can't rent the property, but it could mean that you may need to find a guarantor or pay several months' rent (usually six months) in advance.

    Once all the checks have been carried out and the letting agent (and landlord) are satisfied, you will need to pay the deposit and first month's rent. After that, it's simply a question of agreeing a moving date and getting packed up!


    Tenancy Agreements:
    A tenancy agreement is a written agreement between landlord and tenant to make the rental of the property by the landlord to the tenant legal. It gives both landlord and tenant security and also clearly lays out each party's responsibilities. The agreement is made up of two types of terms:

    • Express Terms: explicitly written in the agreement. These include items such as the length of the tenancy, names and addresses, the amount of rent payable and payment terms, as well as notice period for both parties.
    • Implied Terms: items or responsibilities that don't need to be written down because they are legally required. Implied terms can include things such as the fact that the landlord must carry out repairs, and that the tenant must provide access for the repairs to be made.

    Looking after your property:
    When you've moved into the property, there are certain things that are generally either the tenant's or the landlord's responsibility.

    As the tenant, you are obliged to pay your rent on time, whether that's weekly, monthly, quarterly, or annually. The payment terms will be set out in your tenancy agreement.

    You must also keep the property in a good state. It must be well ventilated, sufficiently heated during the winter, and clear of rubbish and dirt. It's also your responsibility to check smoke alarms, change light bulbs, and get the windows cleaned. There are also restrictions such as not smoking indoors, and if you want to get a pet you must first get this signed off by your landlord. Going ahead without written consent could have you evicted.

    Your landlord will look after maintenance and repairs, but you need to report any breakages or faults and be able to provide access for the repairs to be made. If you damage any decoration, furniture, or amenities that don't come down to general wear and tear, you will need to pay out of your deposit.

    Our guide to landlords' responsibilities details what your landlord will look after.


    Moving out:
    When it comes to moving out, you'll need to give notice to your landlord, via your Chant Group contact. If you're on a rolling contract, you can usually give 1-2 months' notice, but if you're in a fixed term contract - usually 6-12 months - you'll need to give notice 1-2 months before the end of your contract. If you want to leave before the end of your contract you'll generally need to pay a leaving fee unless your agreement contains a break clause.

    Your tenancy agreement will detail everything you're expected to do before you leave the property. This could be having the property professionally cleaned and dry cleaning the carpets. General best practice will be to fill any picture hook holes, touch up paint scuffs and chips, and leave the shower and bath sparkling. The inventory from when you first moved in will be useful in helping you get the property ready.

    It's also important to ensure you let your household utility companies know you'll be ending your contract, or moving it on to a new property. Make sure you give plenty of notice so you don't have to pay fees. Sometimes it's cheaper to move current tariffs over to your new property to avoid leaving charges.

    How To Rent Guides

    This guide is for tenants and landlords in the private rented sector to help them understand their rights and responsibilities. It includes a checklist and further details on each stage of the rental process.

    How to rent - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)





















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      "I had the wonderful privilege of working with Charles and he helped me and my family find a lovely place through virtual viewings. We spoke a few times over the phone and over facetime and I appreciated his genuine input and help throughout the whole process. It is not easy having someone trustworthy especially when you can not make it to see the viewings in person as I was moving from a far place out but Charles was quickly someone that I could trust and glad we met him. The Chant Group was very understanding throughout the whole process and made it easy and comfortable for the transition to occur.

      We highly recommend The Chant Group and Charles especially as he went above and beyond his normal working hours to answer all and any questions we had."

      -Edwin


      "I had a fantastic experience working with the Chant Group to find a rental property and could not recommend Nina more highly. Thanks to Nina I have found a fantastic place which is exactly what I was looking for. Nina went above and beyond to assist, and she had great communication throughout, even calling me overseas to confirm details. She is extremely professional and I would recommend her services to anyone!"

      -Rose


      "Khrystyna has been a lifesaver as our lettings coordinator. She's incredibly organized, responsive, and genuinely cares about tenant satisfaction. Her professionalism and dedication have made our renting experience top-notch!"

      -Andri

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    *Guide Price: An indication of a seller's minimum expectation at auction and given as a “Guide Price” or a range of “Guide Prices”. This is not necessarily the figure a property will sell for and is subject to change prior to the auction.

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    Auction Fees: The purchase of this property may include associated fees not listed here, as it is to be sold via auction. To find out more about the fees associated with this property please call The Chant Group, Bank on +442038594534.


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    The content on this Microsite has been uploaded by The Chant Group, Bank. Rightmove Group Limited makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the content, any queries should be sent directly to The Chant Group, Bank. Where properties are displayed on a page, this comprises a property advertisement. Rightmove Group Limited who operate the website Rightmove.co.uk makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the advertisement or any linked or associated information, and Rightmove has no control over the content. These property advertisements do not constitute property particulars. The information is provided and maintained by The Chant Group, Bank. Please contact the agent directly to obtain any information which may be available under the terms of The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 or the Home Report if in relation to a residential property in Scotland and if you have any query over the content.

    *Guide Price: An indication of a seller's minimum expectation at auction and given as a “Guide Price” or a range of “Guide Prices”. This is not necessarily the figure a property will sell for and is subject to change prior to the auction.

    Reserve Price: Each auction property will be subject to a “Reserve Price” below which the property cannot be sold at auction. Normally the “Reserve Price” will be set within the range of “Guide Prices” or no more than 10% above a single “Guide Price.”

    Auction Fees: The purchase of this property may include associated fees not listed here, as it is to be sold via auction. To find out more about the fees associated with this property please call The Chant Group, Bank on +442038594534.