End of Tenancy
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How long is a typical let?
Kerr & Co Estate Agents issue either a six month contract or a twelve month contract with a six month break clause.
What happens if I want to stay on or leave early?
Kerr & Co Estate Agents will send out a tenant record update form three months prior to the expiry of the tenancy, which the tenants can complete to enter into negotiations with landlords if they wish to renew the tenancy agreement.
What else do I have to pay for?
The tenant is responsible for the utility bills such as gas, electricity, water and telephone during the course of the tenancy, T.V. licence, etc.; and the Council Tax applicable to the property.
What must I do at the end of a tenancy?
Ensure you fulfil your obligations stated in the tenancy agreement to leave the property in the condition it was in at the start, or deductions will be made from your deposit. These will include thorough cleaning of the property and receipt of final bills from all utility companies and local council tax. If you have moved furniture, return it to where you found it at the time of the inventory.
How do I get my deposit back?
After an inventory check and condition inspection and provided there are no missing items or damage to the property the deposit monies will be returned according to the timescales under the Tenancy Deposit Scheme in the tenancy agreement. You cannot set your deposit against the last rent payment due.
Who has been holding my deposit?
Deposit monies can be held by either Kerr & Co Estate Agents or the landlord. If the landlord wishes to hold the deposit you will be informed prior to the signing of the tenancy agreement.
In the case that Kerr & Co Estate Agents hold the deposit, the deposit monies will be protected under the governments Tenancy Deposit Scheme and held in a separate deposit bank account. Any interest earned will belong to the agent.
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