Are you looking to rent a flat or house in Palmers Green, Southgate or Winchmore Hill? Then you have come to the right place, just follow these easy steps and we will be in contact with you shortly.
Step 1) Register with Anthony Webb
You can do this by entering your details HERE on our website, register over the phone or alternatively feel free to pop into our office we would be delighted to register you in person and discuss your requirements over coffee.
Step 2) Think carefully about your budget
Be realistic about what you can afford and take into account all your monthly outgoings. You will need to earn, on average, 30 times the monthly rent to qualify for a property, so if the monthly rental is £700 x 30 = £21,000 and as a rule of thumb this indicates that you can then also afford the rent and other necessary outgoings such as council tax, utility bills, mobile phone and TV license not to mention food.
Step3) What property is right for you?
Do you need to be near work or family?
Do you require good transport links?
What about local shops and schools?
Do you require a garden/ garage or parking space?
Are you a smoker or do you have pets?
At Anthony Webb we have an extensive portfolio of properties that we manage and we are successful at matching tenants to homes. Plan ahead and pop into see us in advance so we can find the perfect match for you.
Step 4 ) Be prepared and remember...
There will be fees and you will be required to pay your first month's rent and deposit prior to moving in.
At Anthony Webb our standard reference administration fee is £180 inc. VAT per person.
We also require a £400 holding deposit on any property that you wish to reserve.
If you require a guarantor, make sure they meet the requirements and are based in the UK.
Have you checked with your intended referees if they will be happy to provide references on your behalf?
If you are renting for the first time it is a good idea to check your personal credit file. This is just to make sure you do not have any unnecessary costs should you for any reason fail the reference procedure and a guarantor is not available. A good place to look is www.experian.co.uk Please note that if you do order a credit report it will leave 'footprint' on your file.
The EPC will give you a good idea of the possible energy costs involved in running the property so you can budget accordingly.
Step 5) Viewings
We will accompany you on all viewings and are as flexible as possible to fit around busy schedules. Feel free to ask any questions and we will be happy to answer them.
Step 6) Agreeing the let
Once you have found the perfect home you can now put forward an offer. We will liaise between yourselves and the landlord until both parties are happy with the arrangement. With the high quality of rental properties and strong demand from tenants you may well have to offer the asking price in order to secure that perfect home.
Step 7) Legal requirements
All persons over the age of 18 who will reside in the property must sign a Tenancy Agreement.
We will also require you to sign a standing order to be forwarded to your bank for future rent collection.
Prior to the commencement of your tenancy the landlord will be required by law to obtain safety certificates for the gas appliances and will also have safety checks done on any electrical items as well as smoke alarms.
You are required to obtain your own contents insurance as your landlord will not be responsible for your possessions. Accidents do happen and they may not be of your own making. Protect yourself and get insured!
Step 8) Deposits
It is standard procedure for either the landlord or the letting agent to hold a deposit for the property. This is normally equivalent to 1 months' rent and providing the property is returned at the end of the tenancy in the same condition in which it was received, the deposit will be refunded in full.
As required by law, all deposits held are protected under the government's Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) for peace of mind for landlord and tenant alike.
See: www.direct.gov.uk/en/tenancydeposit/DG_066385
Step 9) Moving in and your tenancy moving forward
Once you have signed all your legal documents and paid your deposit and first months rent (in clear funds) we will arrange to meet you at the property, agree the inventory and schedule of condition that has been prepared. It is your responsibility to contact the utility companies and council tax to advise that you now occupy the property.
Should you experience any problems at all, or require any advice during your time in the property we are always here to help.
Step 10) At the end of your tenancy
The return of your deposit is dependent on the condition of the property when you exit. During the tenancy it is important that you maintain the property including gardens and notify us immediately of any problem. You will also be asked to provide proof that final bills have been paid and agree any deductions should there be any. Subsequently your deposit will be returned within 14 days.
