References and Guarantors
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When Does Guarantee End? / Giving Notice
Having a guarantor for a tenancy which is often a family member, is one of the best things to do when letting property as a landlord. However, when a tenancy, including an assured shorthold tenancy, goes into periodic, it is possible in cases for a guarantor to give notice. This article explains the position that the guarantor should give adequate notice, and we attempt to define "adequate".
Extent of Guarantors Obligation
The case Associated Dairies v Pierce [1983] 1 E.G.L.R. 45 per May L.J helpfully explained the extent of a guarantor's obligations:
Must a Guarantor Agreement Be Made as a Deed?
There must be an offer, acceptance and consideration for a valid contract. Consideration is something of economic value
Letting Agent Ordered To Pay £4,000 For Tenant Check Failures
A letting agent who failed to spot tenants lied about their finances despite carrying out a credit check was ordered to pay more than £4,000 in damages
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How to Obtain a Charging Order
Unsure about charging orders? Our guide explains how to apply for one and secure your rental income against a guarantor's assets
Taking a Guarantor
Tenants can default in paying rent, and landlords may protect themselves by taking a guarantor.
Release of Guarantor During the Term
This guidance looks at cases where a guarantor (surety) was released from their obligations during the lease term.
When Does Guarantee End? / Giving Notice
Having a guarantor for a tenancy which is often a family member, is one of the best things to do when letting property as a landlord. However, when a tenancy, including an assured shorthold tenancy, goes into periodic, it is possible in cases for a guarantor to give notice. This article explains the position that the guarantor should give adequate notice, and we attempt to define "adequate".
Extent of Guarantors Obligation
The case Associated Dairies v Pierce [1983] 1 E.G.L.R. 45 per May L.J helpfully explained the extent of a guarantor's obligations:
Must a Guarantor Agreement Be Made as a Deed?
There must be an offer, acceptance and consideration for a valid contract. Consideration is something of economic value
Letting Agent Ordered To Pay £4,000 For Tenant Check Failures
A letting agent who failed to spot tenants lied about their finances despite carrying out a credit check was ordered to pay more than £4,000 in damages
Judge Warns Landlords To Beware Of Sub-Letting Scams
A judge has warned that sub-letting scams by crooks impersonating their landlords to trick unwary tenants out of deposits, and rents are on the increase.
How to Obtain a Charging Order
Unsure about charging orders? Our guide explains how to apply for one and secure your rental income against a guarantor's assets
Taking a Guarantor
Tenants can default in paying rent, and landlords may protect themselves by taking a guarantor.
Release of Guarantor During the Term
This guidance looks at cases where a guarantor (surety) was released from their obligations during the lease term.
When Does Guarantee End? / Giving Notice
Having a guarantor for a tenancy which is often a family member, is one of the best things to do when letting property as a landlord. However, when a tenancy, including an assured shorthold tenancy, goes into periodic, it is possible in cases for a guarantor to give notice. This article explains the position that the guarantor should give adequate notice, and we attempt to define "adequate".
Extent of Guarantors Obligation
The case Associated Dairies v Pierce [1983] 1 E.G.L.R. 45 per May L.J helpfully explained the extent of a guarantor's obligations:
Must a Guarantor Agreement Be Made as a Deed?
There must be an offer, acceptance and consideration for a valid contract. Consideration is something of economic value
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Application for Accommodation
Revolutionise tenant screening with our online application form. Secure uploads and immediate notifications make tenant acquisition effortless.
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This document is a word template seeking a trade reference.
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This template is for requesting a reference from a prospective tenant's solicitor or account (or any other body).
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This word template lets prospective tenants know that their application has been approved.
Application Accepted Subject to Conditions
This template allows a landlord to accept an application subject to specified conditions.
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This letter politely informs the prospective tenant that their application for the property has been unsuccessful.
Landlord Reference Letter to New Prospective Landlord
This template letter is a suitable reference to provide to any future landlord. It is in Rich Text Format (RTF) so can be used on any word processor including Microsoft Word
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If you wish to use our tenant referencing service, we require the prospective tenant or prospective guarantor to have signed a declaration allowing us to conduct the appropriate tenant referencing checks.
Application for Accommodation
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