Finding the right place to live is likely to be at the top of your to-do list if you are relocating to the UK or a local resident who has a new job in another area. The good news is that there is a thriving rental property market with accommodation to suit all preferences and budgets, so finding the right place shouldn’t be too difficult.
Let’s get started with this helpful rent guide to the entire process.
You should prepare financially by learning about the costs and permitted payments associated with renting as you will also need to pay a security deposit and possibly one month’s rent in advance before moving in. You should also need to learn about the basics of renting a property in the UK. These preliminary checks establish that you can afford the rent and will thus be a good tenant.
On the other hand, you also need to consider what kind of property you want and what best suits your current lifestyle. Below are some of the common questions you need to ask yourself.
The only way to truly understand the type of property you might rent is to schedule some viewings.
Go through your list of favourite properties, then schedule viewings through the website or with the branch that is renting the property. Many letting agents provide video tours or virtual viewings so you can get a sense of the property and whether or not it’s right for you before paying a visit.
Bring your list of criteria to the viewings to ensure the property is a good fit. It is also a good idea to prepare a list of questions to ask; here are some examples:
