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The property
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What is the landlord's name and address and telephone number?
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Is the property in a good state of repair? Are there any
signs of damp or infestation?
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Are any repairs necessary before you can move in? (don't
forget to inform the landlord in writing)
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Is the property secure? Are the external doors secure? Do
the windows have locks? Can escape be made from inside without
keys?
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What is the area like? Has the property been burgled or
vandalised?
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Services
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Is the heating adequate?
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Do the gas and electrical appliances work and are they safe?
Are there test certificates available?
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Is the plumbing working, do the taps work, does the toilet
flush/leak?
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Is there hot water and how is it paid for?
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Financial
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How much is the rent and what does it include?
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What other bills are there apart from the rent (gas, electric,
rates, water etc)?
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Is a deposit required (don't forget to obtain a receipt)?
If so, how much and under what circumstances can deductions
be made when it is repaid?
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Is it possible to obtain an estimate of the running costs
(eg heating etc)
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Have you worked out your overall budget and, if so, is the
property within your price range? How are you going to pay
the rent?
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Tenancy Agreement
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Do you have a copy of the tenancy or licence agreement (and
do you understand all the terms - if not, consult an expert)?
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Can you talk to any previous/ fellow tenants and ask them
if they have any comments that would assist you?
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On signing do you have your own signed copy?
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Do you have any liability with any other tenants (eg for
common parts of the property)?
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General
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Is the property clean? If not, inform the landlord in writing
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Is your property (belongings, furniture, etc) insured?
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Is the property furnished? Is it adequate, in good condition,
fire retardant and is there an inventory?
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Ensure all meters are read before you move in
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If the landlord commits to any repairs, redecoration etc,
obtain written confirmation
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